Special Educational Needs Teacher (Preparation for Adulthood)Council

Salary: £34,069 to £50,955 + £2,885 per annum

Grade: MPS/UPS + 1 SEN point

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 32.4 hours per week

Location: West Yorkshire, St John's Catholic Specialist School

Special Educational Needs Teacher (Preparation for Adulthood)
Required 4th January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter
Permanent contract MPS/UPS + SEN allowance (depending on experience)
Are you an experienced SEND practitioner with a passion for preparing young people for adult life?

St John's Catholic Specialist School is a thriving non-maintained special school for young people with a range of needs including autism, sensory impairments, communication needs and learning difficulties. Our mission is to equip every student with the knowledge, confidence and skills needed to flourish in adulthood and play an active role in their community.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic SEN Teacher to initially lead a small group of post-16 students, delivering a curriculum focused on Preparation for Adulthood, independence, employability and community inclusion.

Whilst the role will initially be based within our post-16 provision, all teachers at St John's Catholic Specialist School are employed to work across the age range of the school according to the needs of our pupils and the strengths and expertise of staff. The successful candidate should therefore be willing and able to teach learners across different age ranges and key stages as their role develops over time.

This role includes:
• Planning, teaching and assessing an engaging curriculum.
• Delivering ASDAN Life Skills and other appropriate qualifications and accreditation programmes.
• Delivering high-quality teaching and learning across different age groups and key stages as required by the school.
• Supporting students to develop independence, communication and self-advocacy skills.
• Preparing young people for further education, employment, supported internships and adult life. • Organising and leading community-based learning and work-related experiences.
• Working closely with therapists, support staff, families and external agencies.
• Contributing to annual reviews and ensuring educational outcomes remain ambitious and personalised.
• Promoting students' wellbeing, confidence and active participation in the wider community.

We are looking for someone who:
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status.
• Has successful experience of teaching pupils with SEND across a range of ages and abilities.
• Is flexible and adaptable, with the confidence to work with different cohorts as the needs of the school evolve.
• Understands autism and associated communication, sensory and learning needs.
• Has experience of Preparation for Adulthood, life skills teaching or Post-16 SEND provision
• Has experience of delivering ASDAN or similar accreditation programmes.
• Can develop highly personalised learning pathways. • Has high aspirations for young people with SEND.
• Is committed to helping students achieve meaningful and fulfilling adult lives.

In return, we can offer:
• A supportive and experienced staff team.
• Small teaching groups and excellent staff-to-student ratios.
• Extensive CPD opportunities.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with SEND.
• A welcoming and supportive Catholic school community.

Candidates are warmly welcomed to visit the school to experience first-hand the rewarding and unique opportunities that St John’s provides. To download an application pack www.stjohns.org.uk

For further details and an application pack contact Mrs K Holt - [email protected] (01937 842144)

Key documents

Job description.docx

Key dates

Closing Date: Noon 27th November 2026

Interviews: 4th December 2026

St John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service and references regarding your suitability to work with children. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

Position type: Full time