Unqualified Class Teacher, LB WANDSWORTH SCHOOLS

Unqualified Class Teacher

Salary: Unqualified Pay Range (Inner London)

Allowances: Special Needs Allowance

Minimum Requirements: Undergraduate Degree

Contract: Full-time however part time will be considered.

Temporary contract until 31st August 2027

Term time only

Start date – We will need to undertake a series of safeguarding checks

The successful candidate will be based at:

Paddock Secondary School & Sixth Form

Broadwater Road

SW17 0DZ

Paddock is a vibrant and nurturing Ofsted Outstanding special school for pupils aged 4–19 years with severe learning difficulties and autism. Our focus is on personalised learning, compassion and creating a meaningful & engaging environment where every child is known and thrives. Our aim is to Nurture, Inspire and Transform Lives. We don’t believe in resting on our laurels and are constantly innovating. It is for good reason, we are recognised as Wandsworth’s SEN Powerhouse and knowledge leaders.

As we to our new purpose-built secondary site in Tooting, we are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Unqualified Class Teacher to join our dedicated team. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact to the lives of SEN pupils, we would love for you to join our team!

At Paddock, we aim to be outstanding employers and pride ourself in creating a structured, innovative, engaging and caring work environment while continuing to provide avenues for professional development. Some of the perks of being a part of our team include:

Having previous special school or base experience is an advantage.

We are looking for someone who is

Passionate about SEN education and making learning meaningful for all pupils Compassionate and empathetic, putting pupils' individual needs first

A collaborative team player, working closely with multidisciplinary specialists

Committed to lifelong learning and looking for professional development Resilient and adaptable, ready for both challenges and rewards

Dedicated to celebrating student progress, however big or small Willing to go the extra mile

To work at Paddock, where the focus is on providing outstanding support and education for pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism, there are several qualities and attributes that are highly valued:

Team Player

Compassion and Empathy

Keen to contribute to school life

Commitment to putting pupils first and helping them to reach their potential

Life Long Learning

Resilience

Celebrate Learning

Strong work ethic

We offer:

Strong senior leadership support and mentoring

Exciting opportunities to develop a specialist area of interest

Excellent CPD & training partnerships within school experts and beyond Support from on-site multi-disciplinary therapy team

Opportunities for career progression & leadership pathways

Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible PPA time to support work-life balance Access to an employee wellbeing scheme

Cycle to Work and Smart Schools Benefits (lifestyle savings & wellness perks)

We would be delighted if you joined with us on this journey.

We welcome visits to the school. Please contact recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk to arrange a suitable time and date.

Please apply on the school’s recruitment platform https://paddockschool.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies

Closing date for receipt of applications is: 31st August 2026

Interview dates: We advise the candidates to apply as soon as possible and reserve the right to interview before the closing date and the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Paddock School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Please advised that CVs are only accepted for individuals interested in scheduling a school visit. However, to advance in the recruitment process, submission of the application form is essential.

Paddock School

Primary School

St Margaret’s Crescent

SW15 6HL

Head of School Deborah Dockery

Secondary School & Sixth Form

Co-Heads of School Lynette Martyn & Robert Pearce

Whole School Number: (020) 8878 1521

recruitment@paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk

www.paddock.wandsworth.sch.uk

Executive Headteacher: Sarah Santos

PADDOCK UPPER SCHOOL & SIXTH FORM Current: Priory Lane, Roehampton SW15 5RT New

SCHOOL St. Margaret’s Crescent, Putney SW15 6HL