Inspire. Empower. Make a difference.
KS1 SEN Teacher
Trowbridge, Wiltshire / Permanent, Full time / MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance
At Silverwood School, we believe in transforming lives through inclusive, creative, and empowering education. As a leading special school in Wiltshire, we support children and young people aged 4–19 with a wide range of SEND needs across our three vibrant campuses. We're now seeking a passionate KS1 SEN Teacher to join our Trowbridge team, a place where innovation, purpose, and heart drive everything we do.
Why Join us?
• Be part of a visionary and supportive team committed to "Building Community; Inspiring Learning."
• Enjoy the freedom to teach creatively, designing lessons that meet the unique needs of every pupil.
• Access to bespoke training and ongoing professional development with leading experts in SEND education.
• Experience a warm and collaborative culture, where everyone works together to support success.
• Work in an inspiring environment featuring a sensory-rich Forest School, indoor sensory rooms, and inclusive learning spaces.
What our staff are saying:
“Silverwood has a real sense of community. It’s a truly inspirational place to work, with fantastic people at every level.”
“I absolutely love my job. I feel respected, supported, and excited to come in every day.
About the role:
• This role is based at our Trowbridge campus, where you’ll teach a class of up to 8 pupils following a semi-formal curriculum.
• These pupils have diverse and complex needs including Autism, sensory needs, and communication difficulties.
• You’ll plan and deliver engaging lessons that develop emotional regulation, social interaction, and confidence in a nurturing and structured environment.
• You’ll be part of a close-knit team of 15 dedicated SEN teachers who offer a friendly and collaborative teaching culture.
• You’ll use and share adaptive teaching techniques to meet a Semi-Formal curriculum working on developing social skills, interactions and emotional regulation through structured activities using a variety of teaching methods.
We are looking for someone who:
• Brings creativity, patience, and empathy to every lesson.
• Can think outside the box and adapt teaching methods to support every learner’s journey.
• Possesses strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Encourages confidence, self-expression, and independence in pupils.
• Thrives in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment and stays resilient and solution-focused throughout the day.
• Commits to plan and deliver innovative and engaging lessons, tailored to the needs, abilities and learning styles of each pupil and be committed to ensuring that learning is meaningful, accessible and approachable.
• Strong behaviour management skills are critical in creating a safe, productive and structured learning environment
• Shows resilience and remains calm and who is solution focused at all times throughout the day.
Ready to make an impact?
We’d love to hear from you! To apply:
Complete the attached Silverwood application form.
For an informal chat or to arrange a visit (which we warmly welcome!), please call Sophie Covington on the main Silverwood number. Alternatively, feel free to send your CV in the first instance.
