Passionate Maths Teacher with SEN Expertise - Dorking, Surrey
Location: Dorking, Surrey
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner for an exceptional candidate)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a dedicated and innovative Maths Teacher with a genuine passion for supporting students with Special Educational Needs? A new, independent specialist school in the beautiful Dorking area is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their founding team. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a nurturing and therapeutic learning environment.
Our school, opening in September 2025, will cater for pupils aged 7-14 (initially, with plans to extend to 16) who have a primary diagnosis of Autism and/or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We are committed to providing a holistic and personalised education, reigniting a love for learning and empowering our students to achieve their full potential. Set within an inspiring natural setting, we believe in fostering confidence, competence, creativity, and character in all our young people.
About the Role:
As a Maths Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering an engaging and accessible Maths curriculum tailored to the individual needs of our students across Key Stages 2, 3 and, in time, Key Stage 4. You will be adept at differentiating instruction and employing creative teaching strategies to ensure all students can progress and experience success.
Key Responsibilities:
... - Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, differentiated Maths lessons that inspire and motivate students with diverse learning needs.
- Develop and adapt curriculum content to meet the specific requirements of students with SEN, including Autism and SEMH difficulties.
- Utilise a range of assessment methods to monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback, and inform future planning.
- Create a positive, supportive, and well-managed classroom environment that promotes student engagement and wellbeing.
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, teaching assistants, and other specialists, to support student development.
- Contribute to the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and support strategies.
- Foster a love of mathematics throughout the school and contribute to wider school initiatives.
- Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies.
- Commit to ongoing professional development and contribute to the school's inclusive and aspirational culture.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- A strong background in teaching Mathematics, ideally across KS2, KS3 and KS4.
- Proven experience and a genuine passion for working effectively with students with Special Educational Needs, particularly those with Autism and/or SEMH needs.
- A demonstrable ability to differentiate teaching and learning to meet a wide range of needs.
- Excellent classroom management skills, with a patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider community.
- A creative and flexible approach to teaching and problem-solving.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- An enthusiasm for contributing to the development of a new school and its unique ethos.
What We Offer:
- The chance to be part of an exciting new educational provision from its inception.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment with a dedicated and passionate team.
- Opportunities for significant professional development tailored to SEN.
- A beautiful and therapeutic working environment in the Dorking area.
- A competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
If you are an inspiring and resilient Maths Teacher with a heart for SEN and a desire to make a real difference in a unique educational setting, we would love to hear from you.
This is a full-time, term-time only position, starting now or in September 2025.
Ready to embark on your next teaching adventure?
Please submit your application by applying now or call Paul Hirchfield at Randstad on 01293 527416. paul.hirchfield@randstadeducation.co.uk
We look forward to hearing from you!
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
