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Classroom Teacher – High Need SEND Leader
Breckon Hill Primary School
Breckon Hill Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 2DS
Tel: 01642 243044
Recruitment website: https://thelegacylearningtrust.org.uk/current-career-opportunities
School website: https://www.breckonhillprimary.co.uk
E-mail: contact@breckonhillprimary.co.uk
Classroom Teacher – High Need SEND Leader (Mixed-Age Class)
Permanent
Grade: MPS/UPS
Salary: £32,916 – 51,048pa
SEN Allowance: TLR2 £3,527pa
32.5 hours per week
Start Date: 20th April 2026
We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and compassionate Classroom Teacher to lead a
mixed-age class of pupils with high needs SEND, including pupils with autism and significant
speech, language and communication needs. This role spans EYFS to KS2 and is ideal for a
teacher who is deeply committed to inclusive practice and improving outcomes for children
with complex needs.
The successful candidate will play a key role in removing barriers to learning, delivering a
highly personalised curriculum, and leading a team of experienced support staff to ensure the
very best provision for our pupils.
We are looking for a teacher who:
- can plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality teaching for pupils with a wide range of SEND, including autism and speech, language and communication needs.
- is efficient, flexible, well-organised and an excellent team player.
- can adapt the curriculum using a range of teaching styles and approaches appropriate to pupils’ developmental levels and learning needs.
- can develop and implement targeted strategies and interventions to support communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and academic progress.
- can recommend and use resources appropriate to pupils’ abilities to ensure equal access to the curriculum.
- is a reflective practitioner dedicated to ongoing professional development.
- is an excellent communicator, able to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and families.
- is fully involved in the wider life of the school.
- is committed to working in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals, with a friendly, open, and caring manner, is resilient to change and can adapt to pupils’ needs.
At Legacy Learning Trust, we are a strong, growing, cross-phase Trust, rooted in our local
community and committed to placing learners and learning at the heart of all that we do.
We welcome applications from candidates who align with the values we pride ourselves upon:
- Strong relationships
- High expectations and aspirations
- Equality and equity
- Celebrating diversity
Breckon Hill Primary School is part of The Legacy Learning Trust. We are a mainstream
primary school that is committed to inclusive education and meeting the needs of all the
children in our care. We look to ensure children make the most progress they can, in all areas
of school life. High quality staff to support children’s learning and emotional and social well-being, a well-planned curriculum, and a commitment to developing a strong sense of
belonging are at the heart of all we do.
In return, we offer:
- Wonderful children with huge potential, who deserve the very best opportunities.
- Supportive and hardworking colleagues and governors who care deeply about our
school and local community. - High-quality professional development to support your growth and success.
To apply please visit www.breckonhillprimary.co.uk
Please refer to the supporting documentation and complete the application form.
Please return completed application forms directly to Breckon Hill Primary School or
electronically to katy.blakemore@breckonhillprimary.co.uk
Closing date: 12pm Friday 13th February 2026
Interviews to be held: Wednesday 18th February 2026
Visits to the school can be arranged by contacting the school office.
Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with
children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence
to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice
and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post
is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Classroom Teacher High Need SEND Leader Job Description
Classroom Teacher High Need SEND Leader Person Specification
HLTA Level 4
Breckon Hill Primary School
Breckon Hill Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 2DS
Tel: 01642 243044
Website: https://www.breckonhillprimary.co.uk
E-mail: bkcontact@breckonhillprimary.co.uk
HLTA, Level 4
Permanent
Grade: G (SCP12 – 15)
Actual Salary £21,812 – £22,900pa (under 5yrs continuous service)
£22,307 – £23,419pa (over 5yrs continuous service)
33 hours per week
Term time only, plus 3 days Start Date: 20th April 2026
The successful candidate will be able to support in the planning and delivery of high-quality learning experiences and cover whole classes in the absence of a teacher across the school. You will have a high expectation of learning and behaviour and inspire and motivate our children, seeking to make learning exciting and a positive experience. You will need to demonstrate good communication skills, both orally and written and work well as part of a team.
At Legacy Learning Trust, we are a strong, growing, cross-phase Trust, rooted in our local community and committed to placing learners and learning at the heart of all that we do.
We welcome applications from candidates who align with the values we pride ourselves upon:
- Strong relationships
- High expectations and aspirations
- Equality and equity
- Celebrating diversity
Breckon Hill Primary School is part of The Legacy Learning Trust. We are a mainstream primary school that is committed to inclusive education and meeting the needs of all the children in our care. We look to ensure children make the most progress they can, in all areas of school life. High quality staff to support children’s learning and emotional and social well-being, a well-planned curriculum and a commitment to developing a strong sense of belonging are at the heart of all we do.
We offer you:
- A wonderful place to work, with supportive, hardworking colleagues and governors who care passionately about our school and local community;
- Collaborative working with colleagues from other trust schools.
To apply please visit www.breckonhillprimary.co.uk Please refer to the supporting documentation, and complete the application form. Please return completed application forms directly to Breckon Hill Primary School or electronically to katy.blakemore@breckonhillprimary.co.uk
Closing date: 9am Friday 6th March 2026
Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
