Teacher (SEN)

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a SEN Teacher to join our fantastic team at Pear Tree High School. This is a permanent, full time role on Teaching terms, offering MPS-UPS salary plus SEN allowance, to start September 2026.

Pear Tree High School is a purpose-built SEND school at the heart of Cheadle Hulme, dedicated to providing an outstanding education for students with significant learning needs. Our state-of-the-art facilities cater to pupils from Key Stage 3 through to post-16, offering an environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and personally. At Pear Tree, we work in partnership with parents, carers, our multi‑academy trust, the local authority, and other agencies to ensure every student reaches their full potential. Our curriculum is tailored to equip young people with the skills needed for success at school, college, and beyond, while enriching experiences help them understand the wider world and become effective, confident citizens.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher (SEN) to join our team. This role involves fulfilling the professional responsibilities common to all classroom teachers, as outlined in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, while making a positive impact on the learning and wellbeing of our students.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote the progress, wellbeing, and engagement of all students.
• Deliver personalised, high-quality lessons that meet the learning needs of all pupils.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress in line with school policy.
• Participate in interventions to raise student achievement and attainment.
• Support and contribute to the professional development of colleagues.
• Collaborate with internal and external agencies to support students’ learning and development.
• Act as a role model in professional practice, demonstrating high standards of teaching, behaviour management, and safeguarding.
• Contribute to enrichment activities and the wider life of the school.

What we offer

• A modern, purpose-built SEND school with outstanding facilities.
• A supportive, collaborative, and professional team.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development tailored to your career stage.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people with SEND.
• High quality CPD for all roles.
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan – annual cash back allowance for a range of everyday health care expenses.
• Generous Pension Contribution – over 26% for teachers and 15% for support staff.
• Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non‑teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service.
• Cyclescheme – save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free.
• Employee Assistance Programmes – including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines.
• Credit Union – regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans.
• Flexible working options – we're happy to talk flexible working where possible.
• Mental Health First Aid in every school.
• Blue Light Card – discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many more.
• bYond cashback card – spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases.

Essential Attributes

• Qualified teacher status (QTS), experience teaching students with SEND desired.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, colleagues and parents/carers.
• Commitment to high standards of teaching and learning.
• Dedication to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

How to Apply

To be considered please follow the online application process, early applications are encouraged. Interviews will take place in school in the week of 6th July 2026. All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application support, contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email.