Year 7 Teacher

Job Title: Year 7 Teacher
Location: Woodeaton, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £29,344 - £44,919 (MPS/UPS)
Contract Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Support Transitions. Build Trust. Transform Lives.

Are you a compassionate and committed Year 7 Teacher ready to make a real difference in a nurturing and specialist learning environment?

Woodeaton School, located just outside Oxford, is a small and highly supportive special school for pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated conditions such as ASD and ADHD. We are seeking a resilient, flexible, and passionate teacher to join our team and support pupils transitioning into Key Stage 3.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the early secondary experience for learners who may have struggled in mainstream settings and need a different approach to thrive.

What You ll Be Responsible For:

• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons for Year 7 pupils with additional needs

• Building strong, trusting relationships to support emotional wellbeing and encourage positive behaviour

• Delivering a broad and balanced curriculum, with a focus on developing literacy, numeracy, and life skills

• Working closely with a multidisciplinary team including TAs, therapists, and external agencies

• Using strategies such as trauma-informed practice, emotional regulation, and visual support to meet individual needs

• Supporting EHCP outcomes and tracking progress using appropriate assessment frameworks

• Contributing to whole-school development and enrichment opportunities

Who We re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) ECTs are welcome to apply

• Experience working with pupils with SEMH, ASD, or similar needs is desirable

• A calm, empathetic, and creative approach to teaching

• Ability to manage behaviour positively and consistently, using personalised strategies

• A team player who communicates well with colleagues, parents, and outside professionals

• Reflective and committed to ongoing professional development

• Open to both full-time and part-time arrangements

Why Join Woodeaton School through Supply Desk?

• Opportunity to work in an outstanding special school with a truly inclusive ethos

• Competitive pay rates based on experience and responsibilities

• Ongoing CPD and SEND-specific training provided

• Expert support from your own specialist education consultant

• Access to a supportive staff culture and well-resourced learning environments

• £100 'Golden Hello' referral bonus when you recommend another teacher

Ready to apply?

For more information, contact Supply Desk on (phone number removed), or click "Apply Now" to book your interview slot and take the next meaningful step in your teaching journey.

Safeguarding Statement:
Woodeaton School and Supply Desk are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.