CLASS TEACHER

Location

RAWTENSTALL CRIBDEN HOUSE COMMUNITY SPECIAL SCHOOL
Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall , Rossendale , BB4 6RX
Tel: 01706 213048
School website: www.cribdenhouse.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 115

Information

The Headteacher and Governing Body are seeking to appoint a talented, compassionate, and resilient Teacher to join our dedicated team in a temporary role from January 2026 until August 2026, with the possibility of becoming permanent from September 2026.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a class of 9 children working on our Being/Doing Pathway, working alongside a team of Teaching Assistants to provide high-quality, personalised learning experiences for pupils with a range of needs such as Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

Over time, there may be opportunities to work across other groups within the school.

Our school provides a nurturing and supportive environment for primary-aged children who benefit from smaller class sizes, consistent routines, and a therapeutic approach to learning.

We are looking for a practitioner who:

Is an excellent classroom teacher, passionate about supporting children with SEMH/ASC/SLCN to achieve their full potential

Has a strong understanding of child development, emotional regulation, and trauma-informed practice.

Can use a range of autism and SEMH-specific strategies to engage and motivate pupils.

Can lead and inspire a class team to create a safe, consistent, and emotionally secure learning environment.

Is confident in supporting pupils with behaviour regulation and committed to using positive, restorative, and de-escalation approaches.

Values partnership working with families, therapists, and external agencies to provide a holistic approach to learning and wellbeing.

In return, we offer:

A warm and welcoming school community with a strong sense of teamwork.

Pupils who are eager to learn and thrive on positive relationships.

A comprehensive programme of professional development, including training in therapeutic and autism-specific approaches.

Access to a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including a representative wellbeing team, occupational health support, counselling and many more.

A salary on the Main Pay Scale (M3–M6) + 1 SEN Point

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2025), an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information from the DBS will be handled in accordance with the Council’s Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy, available upon request.

CVs are not accepted. To apply for this vacancy, please complete the attached application form.

More Information can be found at http://www.cribdenhouse.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

Desirable Qualifications

Recent and relevant training in SEND.

Essential Experience

Experience of working with children with a wide range of special educational needs

Ability to plan, implement and evaluate individual teaching programmes for children with special educational needs

Ability to motivate, manage and develop staff

Desirable Experience

Ability to teach autism specific approaches

Knowledge of AAC/Makaton and other communication approaches

Experience and knowledge of a range of qualifications and accreditation

Proposed Interview Date:

27/11/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please call the school office on 01706 213048 for an informal discussion about the post.

Visits to school are welcomed - please call the office on the above number to arrange this.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

The Headteacher c/o the School. Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: School Business Manager
kwood@cribdenhouse.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.