Class Teacher (SEN)

Uffculme School is seeking a committed, skilled and enthusiastic experienced Teacher, with high expectations for all pupils, to join our strong and friendly team.

Uffculme School offers co-education for children and young people of the ages 3 to 19 years from all parts of the city. Our students represent the wide cultural mix that makes up the general population of Birmingham. We are a successful school with a long and proven track record of providing high quality education for young people with a primary diagnosis of ASD. We currently cater for over 300 children over three sites.

The successful candidate for this post will have the experience and enthusiasm to take the next step in your career. You will be able to evidence your contribution to date in special school environments, as well as demonstrate your ability to work as part of a wider team to support staff in achieving the best possible outcomes for students. You will have had experience of working with a range of different needs and have some knowledge and understanding of how to utilise different communication methods to enable all students to be heard.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a passion for ensuring that all children have access to high quality education, tailored to their individual needs, who also wants to develop their skills as a teacher further.

 
We require a candidate who:

• Is a qualified teacher

• Has experience of working in a Special school

• Has significant experience of working with children and young people with Special Needs, specifically ASC

• Has knowledge and understanding of meeting the needs of a range of children and young people with complex learning needs

• Has experience of leading and managing a team of teaching assistants

• Is able to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Understands the need for confidentiality

• Is familiar with the unique processes, challenges and opportunities present in Birmingham

• Is an excellent communicator with the ability to show sensitivity and objectivity in dealing with confidential issues 

If, having read the job description and person specification, you wish to apply for the role please visit LINK where you can find all supporting documents and guidance on the application process. 

The closing date for applications is midday 02 March 2026.  Interviews will be held the following week on 10 March 2026.

The school is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees.

Applicants for the role are advised to ensure they are fully familiar with the requirements of the role when applying, to fully complete the application form and ensure that they are in a position to provide all required supporting documentation and evidence. Your application must contain clear contact details for referees and that you are able to provide evidence of your qualifications. CVs are not accepted in lieu of a fully completed application form.  Please note that the school does not offer a visa sponsorship scheme.  Applications will not be taken forward where these criteria are not met.