SEMH/SEN English Teacher

Salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 +SEN1 (£2,787) Job type: Full Time, Permanent Closing Date: 15th May 2026 17:00 Interview Date: 20th May 2026 Start Date: 1st September 2026 ‘...Reducing Barriers to Expand Horizons...’ Do you understand that behaviour, whether loud or quiet, is a form of communication? Are you the kind of teacher who looks beyond labels and sanctions to see the child or young person underneath? Do you believe that with the right relationships, safety and care, every young person can grow and thrive? Do you have a love and passion for the teaching of English… If so, we’d love to hear from you. Woodeaton Manor School is a nurturing and ambitious specialist secondary school for pupils aged 11–16, all of whom have an EHCP linked to social, Emotional, Mental Health Needs. Nestled in a Grade II Listed Manor house with breathtaking scenery it really could not be a more exciting time to join our school and get to work with our pupils. They need time, trust and sensitive support to feel safe enough to learn but when they get this they are truly amazing: creative, thoughtful, funny and full of potential! They need adults who understand them, believe in them and can see just how awesome they really are. More than a workplace, WMS is a community. We believe in belonging, not just inclusion. Our staff are trusted professionals, encouraged to share ideas, reflect deeply, lead change and keep learning. Whether you are an experienced SEN teacher, early in your career or wanting to move from mainstream into Special, you will find a team that has your back and a leadership group that genuinely believes in you. This role is for teachers whoUnderstand that behaviour is communication and the key importance of relationships Believe in values driven restorative principles Know that progress isn’t always linear, and that small steps are still meaningful Can balance high expectations with compassion, patience and flexibility Want to make a lifelong difference, not just d