SEND TEACHER

Location

BROADFIELD SPECIALIST SCHOOL FOR SEN (COGNITION AND LEARNING)
Coal Clough Lane , Burnley , Lancashire , BB11 5BT
Tel: 01282 508629
School website: www.broadfield.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 262

Information

The Governors and Headteacher are looking to appoint talented and enthusiastic teacher to join our Outstanding School in a temporary position to align with maternity leave. The school caters for 262 learners aged 11-19 with a wide range of SEND needs.

We invite applications from outstanding teachers who are able to deliver a full, personalised curriculum. Applications are welcomed from both ECTs and experienced teachers, in particular those with experience of teaching learners with ASD. The successful candidate should have a strong commitment to working with learners with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities. Many of our learners are working at developmental stages below their age-related expectations, therefore we are looking for someone who can teach learners in an age-appropriate way whilst having the understanding that they are working at earlier stages of development.

We invite candidates who have experience of working with learners with SEND within KS3 KS4 and KS5.  We are seeking a passionate, dedicated teacher with the ability to inspire students to reach their full potential  The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate effective skills in working with a team of teaching assistants to provide a meaningful, motivating, and memorable learning experience  The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and working in partnership with all stakeholders.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

More Information can be found at https://broadfield.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

Commitment to personal and professional development

Degree

Desirable Qualifications

SEN qualification

Recent relevant training

Essential Experience

Teaching learners with SEN in mainstream or special school setting

Desirable Experience

Working with learners with a wide range of needs including; ASD, Sensory Processing Differences, SLCN, SLD, CN, SEMH, MLD

Managing a team of classroom staff

Proposed Interview Date:

15/07/2026  

For an informal discussion please contact:

For a confidential discussion regarding the post please contact 01282 508629 to speak with Assistant Head Mrs Mills.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: hr@broadfield.lancs.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.