Key Role Information

Salary
M1-U3, £32,916 - £51,048 + SEN1
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
13/05/2026 12:00
Interview
19th/20th May
Start
1 September 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Main Pay Scale | M1 - U3
Department
Fitzwaryn School
Key stage
Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5
Hours per week
32.50
Weeks per year
52.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

‘Through learning to learn, pupils will access society....’

Due to the expansion of Fitzwaryn into a satellite site on the site of St John’s Academy in Grove in September 2026, Propeller Academy Trust is looking to hire a dedicated and passionate teacher.

Located in the heart of Wantage, Fitzwaryn School is highly regarded as an outstanding provision for educating children and young people aged 3-19 with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound & multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and autism (ASD). We are committed to providing the very best for our pupils and we know that a dedicated teacher with strong understanding of these special needs is essential to making that happen.

The school has a fantastic, purpose-built environment that enables us to deliver an exciting and diverse curriculum for each and every child so that they leave with the skills and knowledge they need to successfully engage in the next stage of their lives. Our staff are empowered to share ideas, lead change, and shape provision. Whether you’re an experienced SEN teacher or early in your career, you’ll find a genuine opportunity to make a lifelong impact.

What we Offer

  • Competitive salary + SEN allowance
  • Fully funded CPD, mentoring & coaching
  • A trust-wide commitment to wellbeing, including paid wellbeing days, generous PPA time, and free on-site parking
  • Flexible working options (part-time or job share considered)
  • Access to an employee assistance programme
  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee referral scheme (earn up to £500 for successful referrals)
  • Highly resourced classrooms, small class sizes and access to multidisciplinary teams
  • A strong safeguarding and therapeutic culture

About the Role

  • Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils’ developmental needs
  • Use assessment effectively to inform teaching, interventions and personalised progress
  • Promote a safe, nurturing environment that supports wellbeing, independence and dignity
  • Work closely with therapists, support staff and families to provide holistic support
  • Contribute to whole-school development and our inclusive, forward-thinking ethos
  • Engage in professional learning and share best practice across the school

Who We’re Looking For

  • Qualified teacher status (QTS) and proven ability to adapt teaching to meet a wide range of individual needs (MLD,SLD, PMLD, Autism)
  • Experience or strong understanding of how children and young people with SEND learn, including theory and best practice
  • Experience or strong understanding of working with pupils with EHCPs
  • Knowledge of current SEN legislation, statutory guidance relating to SEND, safeguarding and the curriculum
  • Creative, adaptable and committed to the ethos, values and inclusive vision of the school
  • A resilient, positive team player who builds strong relationships with pupils and families
  • Strong sense of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality
  • A reflective and proactive practitioner with a growth mindset

How to Apply

To apply for this rewarding opportunity, please apply online via the link provided. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

To arrange a visit or to find out more, please contact the Headteacher through the school office.

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)essential
Knowledge of SEND strategies and differentiated teaching approachesdesirable
Safeguarding qualificationdesirable

About Us

Fitzwaryn is an Outstanding Special School for children and young people from 3 – 19 years old whose Special Educational Needs range from Moderate Learning Difficulties through to Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties.

The school is situated in Wantage, a small but growing market town in Oxfordshire. We have a fantastic, up to the minute, purpose built environment that enables us to deliver an exciting and diverse curriculum for each and every child. We continually strive to further develop our educational offer and in recent times we have added a Horticulture area and a bike track to our outside provision.

The school is organised into 11 classes including provision for EYFS and Post 16. Our dedicated staff team are committed to providing the best possible education for the pupils at the school, grasping every opportunity to provide a rich and diverse curriculum which often takes place outside the classroom. The staff team is committed to further developing their own skills and expertise through the Continuing Professional Development offered at the school. We work closely with parents, carers and other professionals to ensure we are meeting the diverse needs of all of the pupils.

Our vision of ‘through learning to learn, pupils will access society’ underpins all that we do with the aim that all of the pupils who have been with us leave with the skills and knowledge they need to successfully engage in the next stage of their lives and of course with fantastic memories of their time at Fitzwaryn!

Fitzwaryn School

Stephanie Coneboy

office@fitzwaryn.oxon.sch.uk

Denchworth Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX129ET
Stephanie Coneboy
office@fitzwaryn.oxon.sch.uk

Safeguarding Information

The Propeller Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

This role involves a high level of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including Barred List where applicable) and online searches for publicly available information.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.