Inclusive EYFS/KS1 Teacher (SEND Focus) in Northampton

Your career #EMATters! We are currently recruiting a Teacher for our Caterpillar Pod who inspires learning beyond the classroom. At EMAT, we value and celebrate our diverse workforce and are committed to innovation, inclusivity, and making a real impact. Join us to deliver outstanding provision and help shape the learning journey of our youngest learners.

About EMAT

EMAT is an exciting, innovative, and growing organisation where we strive to do things differently, aligned with our core values and purpose: that every child deserves to be the best they can be. Our Trust was incorporated in July 2012 to establish, maintain, manage, and develop academies and free schools as world‑class centres of excellence. We are a collaborative partnership that currently includes an all‑through school in Northampton, a secondary school in Oundle, and five primary schools in Northamptonshire and Milton Kingston. By working for our Trust, you’ll be able to take advantage of a wealth of professional development and support opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits. These include:

• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Career and leadership opportunities within our growing family of schools.
• A confidential 24‑hour Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• A corporate eye care plan.
• Flu jabs for all staff.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to health and wellbeing benefits, including an online GP.
• Access to an employee lifestyle savings platform.
• Generous family leave.

About the School

Castle Academy is a local school with a global vision, and this is at the very core of our curriculum offer. Every school in the East Midlands Academy Trust (EMAT) is committed to providing the highest standard of education so that all children are supported to be the best that they can be. This will be achieved through the delivery of a well‑planned and highly effective inclusive curriculum driven by our values.

General Roles and Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within the Communication and Interaction Unit, ensuring high‑quality, individualised provision that supports each pupil’s progress, wellbeing, and personal development.
• Teach pupils within EYFS and KS1 with SEND, adapting teaching approaches to meet individual communication, interaction, and learning needs.
• Support the day‑to‑day operation of the Caterpillar Pod, including classroom organisation, resource preparation, and delivery of interventions.
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate high‑quality teaching and learning experiences that promote engagement, independence, and achievement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the Pod and across the wider school, contributing to a consistent and reflective approach to practice.
• Work closely with parents, carers, external agencies, and multi‑disciplinary professionals to ensure pupils receive coordinated and effective support.
• Participate in statutory duties including Annual Reviews, EHCP consultations, and admissions processes as appropriate.
• Maintain safeguarding standards, liaising with the DSL where appropriate, and ensure pupils’ safety both on‑site and off‑site.
• Promote the ethos and values of the Caterpillar Pod and the Trust through high‑quality teaching, professionalism, and a child‑centred approach.

EMAT reserves the right to withdraw this advert early if a suitable candidate is found. EMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). References will be taken up before interviews are offered. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, or age. EMAT encourages a "Speak Up" culture where colleagues are encouraged to raise any concerns relating to risk or wrongdoing. You will be responsible for ensuring that colleagues are supported where necessary to raise concerns without blame or recrimination and should proactively raise concerns should they come to your attention.