SEN Primary Teacher

Location: Lillingstone Dayrell with Luffield Abbey

We put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge Position: SEN Primary Teacher

Location:

Tilewood School, Buckinghamshire, MK18 5AN
Salary:
Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Hours:

40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Contract:

Permanent | Term time only UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship About the Role This is your opportunity to be part of something truly extraordinary. Join the founding team at Tilewood School, a brand-new specialist school in Buckinghamshire, and help shape a school where every child is known, understood and valued. At Tilewood, our ethos is built on three simple but powerful principles:
Belong, Thrive and Aspire. We believe that children learn best when they feel safe, connected and understood. We recognise that regulation, communication, wellbeing and happiness are not rewards for learning but the foundations that make learning possible. Above all, we believe that no child's future should be defined by their diagnosis, and we are committed to helping every student develop the confidence, independence and skills needed to achieve their fullest potential.

As one of our founding teachers, you will play a vital role in creating a calm, nurturing and ambitious school community where relationships come first, strengths are celebrated and every success matters. What You'll Be Doing Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons for individuals and small groups, tailored to students' individual needs. Create, review and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Behaviour Plans and personalised learning programmes.

Monitor, assess and celebrate student progress, maintaining accurate records and identifying next steps. Foster a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment that promotes confidence, independence and achievement. Support students' emotional wellbeing, behaviour and personal development using nurturing and therapeutic approaches. Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants, therapists, families and the wider multidisciplinary team. Contribute to curriculum development, whole-school improvement and the continued growth of our brand-new school.

Safeguard and promote the welfare of every student, ensuring the highest standards of care, wellbeing and inclusion. About You Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification. Has experience supporting children and young people with Autism, SEND, SEMH or other complex needs. Is passionate about delivering creative, inclusive and personalised learning. Builds positive, trusting relationships with students, families and colleagues.

Is organised, reflective and committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every learner. Is resilient, adaptable and excited by the opportunity to help establish a brand-new specialist school. Is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-informed practice. Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About us Tilewood School is an exciting new specialist provision within the Options Autism family, provisionally opening in April 2027. Located at the historic Tile House in rural Buckinghamshire, the school will provide education for up to 66 students aged 5 to 16 with autism and associated needs. What makes Tilewood truly special is its environment. Set within extensive natural grounds, the school benefits from woodland, open green spaces, outdoor learning areas, a sports dome, all-weather sports facilities and dedicated life skills environments.

We view our grounds as an extension of the classroom, offering meaningful opportunities for outdoor learning, exploration, sensory regulation, independence and personal…