SEND Advisory Support Teacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education – and that starts with exceptional staff.

Do you have a strong track record in SEND and a desire to improve provision across multiple schools?

We are seeking a SEND Advisory Support Teacher to join our Trust‑wide Education Team. This role plays a crucial part in strengthening SEND provision from EYFS to Key Stage 4, improving outcomes for pupils with additional needs, and supporting schools to meet statutory expectations with confidence.

You will provide professional challenge, coaching and modelling to SENDCOs and leaders. Your work will directly contribute to improved quality of education, leadership and management and successful Ofsted inspections.

• Opportunity to influence SEND practice at scale
• Work collaboratively with experienced school leaders
• Make a measurable difference to pupil outcomes

• Experienced SEND practitioner with substantial experience teaching pupils with SEND
• QTS and a Postgraduate qualification in SEND or inclusive education
• Experience of supporting teachers to adapt curriculum, teaching, and the learning environment
• Experience of working effectively with SENCOs, senior leaders, parents, carers and external professionals
• Strong interpersonal, coaching and influencing skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to translate assessment findings into realistic, practical strategies
• Commitment to trust values, inclusion and collaboration

• A leadership team who listen and act on feedback.
• High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways.
• A highly trained team to support learning.
• Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes.
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities.
• Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration.
• Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market.

Eastern Multi-Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check (with Children’s Barred List where applicable), satisfactory references and medical clearance. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.