SEN Full Time Secondary Teacher

SEN Full Time Teacher for Secondary Provision

MPR/UPR + SEN Allowance

Hamilton School, Hamilton Road, Handsworth, B21 8AH,

Tel: 0121 464 1676. Email: enquiry@hamilton.bham.sch.uk

Website: www.hamilton.bham.sch.uk

Autumn Term 2026

Are you ready to be part of a school on an exciting journey of growth and transformation? Do you want to help shape a newly developing curriculum that truly meets the needs of pupils with Autism? If so, Hamilton School is the place for you.

Hamilton School, located in North West Birmingham, is at a pivotal point in its development. We are fully committed to becoming an exceptional school—driven by our values of being Inspirational, Aspirational, and Transformational.

We are a growing Special School that provides a personalised, nurturing approach to education for children and young people with complex Autism and communication needs. With the expansion of our Secondary provision, we are seeking passionate and committed teachers who are ready to make a difference—by supporting our pupils and helping shape a new, inclusive curriculum that empowers every learner.

About You
We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children and/or young people with Autism (across at least two Key Stages is desirable).
• Is enthusiastic, eager to learn, and committed to putting new knowledge into practice.
• Is ready to play a key role in helping the school thrive and improve.
• Can bring energy, creativity, and positivity into the classroom.
• Is a team player who communicates effectively and collaborates with colleagues, families, and other professionals.
• Is flexible and ready to work across different classes, adapting to the diverse needs of our pupils.
• Shares our values of being Inspirational, Aspirational, and Transformational in everything they do.
• Has a strong sense of responsibility for safeguarding and supporting vulnerable learners.

Opportunities for Progression

As Hamilton School continues to grow, we are committed to recognising and nurturing talent from within. This role offers:

• The potential to take on curriculum leadership or phase leadership roles as our Secondary provision expands.
• Opportunities to contribute to whole-school development initiatives.
• A clear path for progression into middle and senior leadership positions as the school’s structure evolves.
• Ongoing coaching and leadership development as part of your professional journey.

What We Offer
At Hamilton School, you will be part of a supportive and evolving school community. We offer:

• The opportunity to be part of a school that is actively growing, learning, and improving.
• A chance to make a real, lasting difference in the lives of pupils with Autism.
• A welcoming, hardworking staff team and a committed leadership group who value staff wellbeing and professional development.
• A strong focus on CPD, with opportunities to learn, grow, and lead.
• Structured support as you help shape our new curriculum and learning approaches.
• Access to wider development opportunities through our Co-operative Trust network.
• Mental health and wellbeing support, and a reduced working day on your birthday.

Hamilton School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

Rehabilitation of Offenders - This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Closing Date: Wednesday 06 May 2026 at 9.00am.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 13 May 2026

Informal visits are highly recommended. Please telephone school on the above number to make an appointment.

CV’s will not be accepted.

If you do not receive a response to your application by Monday 11 May 2026, please assume on this occasion you have not been successful. Previous applicants need not apply.