MPS/UPS (England & Wales) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Leigh Academy Rainham are recruiting for a brand new SEN Teacher starting January 2027 or earlier. In 2025, we proudly launched the Meegan Centre - our brand-new Specialist Resourced Provision designed specifically for children with moderate learning difficulties and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) working up to three years below age-related expectations.

As the provision expands year on year, we are seeking an experienced, primary-trained specialist to lead the design and delivery of a targeted English and Maths curriculum. This role focuses on embedding the core foundational skills Key Stage 3 students need to succeed in their future GCSEs.

This is an exciting opportunity to combine small-group SEND teaching in a state-of-the-art facility with a broader, whole-school impact on foundational core skills across mainstream classes. As the provision expands, the role will naturally evolve in collaboration with the inclusion and foundational skills leadership teams.

SEN Teacher/Foundational Skills Priorities:

• Curriculum Development: Review and enhance the current Year 7 and 8 English and Maths curricula within the Meegan Centre to address and bridge primary-level skill gaps. Curriculum development to manage the rapid pacing of mainstream lessons by breaking concepts down into highly repetitive, small, manageable steps.
• Life Skills Development: Where appropriate deliver interventions or life skills programmes for individuals of groups of students to Integrate functional independence targets into academic work, teaching money handling, time-telling etc
• Instruction & Delivery: Plan and teach high-quality, engaging English and Maths lessons to KS3 students in the Meegan Centre.
• Targeted Interventions: Design and execute effective intervention programs for both Meegan Centre and mainstream SEND students working below age-related expectations.
• Mainstream Collaboration: Partner with mainstream subject teachers in lessons to support individual students and small groups, accelerating progress in fundamental skills. Support the phased mainstream integration, transition of students into mainstream classes, scaffolding their environments so they can access subjects without feeling overwhelmed.
• Staff Training & Capacity Building: Deliver targeted professional development to Teaching Assistants and teaching staff to maximise their impact on SEND student progress and foundational skills across all learning environments.
• Collaboration: Working with the inclusion team, SENDCo and Foundational skills leads to support our students and provide feedback on individuals students and impact of curriculum and interventions.

Why join us?

• Be part of a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven school
• Work in a modern, purpose-built learning environment
• Join a team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth
• Receive high-quality training and development through Leigh Academies Trust

Plus, enjoy great staff benefits, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service
• Wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives
• Free onsite parking

While this role is advertised as fulltime, we are happy to consider parttime hours for the right candidate.

Working with us at Leigh Academy Rainham

Since opening our doors in September 2021 to our first 180 students, Leigh Academy Rainham has quickly become a sought-after, oversubscribed school for ages 1118. We’re on a mission to inspire every learner, nurturing curiosity, compassion and ambition through a rich, challenging curriculum and a deeply inclusive culture.

Our close-knit community thrives on collaboration, human-scale education, and strong pastoral care - ensuring every student feels known, valued, and supported. We partner closely with families to help our young people flourish as confident, culturally aware leaders of tomorrow.

Working in a brand-new school is a unique adventure. We’re seeking staff with drive, creativity, and a can-do spirit, ready to shape an exceptional academic and co-curricular offer from day one. Bring your skills, talents - and your sense of humour - and be part of something extraordinary.

Click here to find out more about Leigh Academy Rainham.

Applying for this Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Grace Upton (Recruitment Coordinator): grace.upton@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 273.

To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role involves regulated activity relevant to children, and it is a criminal offence for anyone barred from engaging in regulated activity with children to apply for this position.

We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates, and you can read more about our approach on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role, regardless of any protected characteristics, which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices, and not discriminating on any grounds.