training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent
Location: Chaldon, Surrey (incorporating satellite work in Caterham)
Salary: £34,398 - £48,913 (M1 - UPS1 Fringe) + £5,000 Welcome Bonus Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week (Early finish Friday at 4pm)
The Vision: Science Without Ceilings
Are you an experienced Science educator who believes that every student-regardless of their sensory or communication needs-deserves to explore the wonders of the natural world?
In September 2025, we launched a brand-new, purpose-built secondary school in Chaldon for young people (ages 11-16) with Autism, social communication, and emotional regulation needs. We are looking for a Science Teacher to teach in our lab and help students investigate, experiment, and achieve in a supportive, high-resource environment.
The Role: Innovation & Discovery
As a founding member of our academic team, you will have the unique opportunity to design a Science curriculum that is both academically rigorous and sensory-conscious.
Bespoke Pedagogy: Deliver a curriculum aligned with the National Curriculum, but adapted for students who may have multiple learning difficulties or present with challenging behaviours.
Clinical Collaboration: Work alongside our supernumerary multi-disciplinary team to integrate sensory processing and emotional regulation into your practical and theoretical lessons.
Small Squads, High Support: Benefit from small class sizes and high levels of classroom support, allowing you to focus on individual progress and EHCP targets.
A "Start-Up" Spirit: Be part of the journey from day one, helping to establish the culture, safety protocols, and excitement of a brand-new Science department.
What We Are Looking For
We need a resilient, reflective practitioner who can balance the "awe and wonder" of Science with a calm, non-confrontational approach.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS): Required to be eligible for the £5,000 welcome bonus.
SEND Expertise: Experience working with neurodivergent learners or a deep interest in Autism-led education.
Safety & Structure: The ability to provide clear lesson structures that maintain pace and motivation while managing a specialised learning environment.
Flexibility: A willingness to "lend a hand" and diversify as we grow this new school community.
Why Apply?
This is a rare chance to move away from the "one-size-fits-all" mainstream model. You will have the autonomy to make Science accessible, the clinical support to manage complex needs, and the financial reward of a competitive salary and welcome bonus.
How to Apply
Ready to spark a reaction in the classroom? We want to hear from you.
Contact: Paul Hirchfield
Email: paul.hirchfield@randstad.co.uk
Phone: 01293 5275416 (Ask for Paul)
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