Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
Location: St Joseph’s Specialist Trust, Cranleigh
Salary: £33,086-£46,838 (qualified) / £28,936-£35,605 (unqualified) + St Joseph’s allowance of £2,787 with an additional £1,000 Retention Bonus
Contract: 1x class teacher maternity cover (fixed-term for 1 year)
About The Role
As a Class Teacher, you will lead a class of up to 14 students aged 5-19 with complex learning disabilities, autism and social communication needs. You will work closely with our integrated therapy team and be supported by a skilled classroom team including Higher Level Teaching Assistants and Teaching Assistants. Together, you will deliver a therapy-informed, personalised curriculum that enables students to engage, achieve and thrive. Teachers with QTS may also have the opportunity to lead a subject area, depending on experience and interests.
We Welcome Applications From
- Qualified teachers / teachers who are concluding their teacher training
- Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
- Teachers interested in developing expertise in specialist SEND education
About St Joseph’s
St Joseph Specialist Trust is a registered charitable trust providing education, care and support for vulnerable children and young people with complex needs.
Our Provision Includes
- A specialist school and college
- A registered children’s home
- Supported living houses for young adults
- Across our services, we support over 84 young people aged 5-19, many of whom have autism, complex learning disabilities and behavioural needs.
What We’re Looking For
- Common sense and teamwork – work closely with colleagues and confidently risk‑assess situations to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
- Excellent communication skills – engage students effectively and communicate clearly with colleagues, families and external professionals.
- Patience and resilience – adapt to each student’s pace of learning and remain calm when supporting young people who may be anxious, emotional or frustrated.
- Essential qualities – compassion, empathy and mental, physical and emotional resilience for all staff at St Joseph’s.
Why Join St Joseph’s
Working here means becoming part of a supportive and highly skilled community.
We Offer
- A beautiful 23‑acre site on the edge of the Surrey Hills, one mile from Cranleigh village
- Free healthy hot lunches during term time
- £1,000 retention bonus – £250 after 1 month, £250 after 1 year and £500 after 18 months
- Medical cash plan (after qualifying period)
- Free on‑site parking
- Employee assistance programme with confidential 24/7 wellbeing and counselling support for you and your family.
- On‑site mental health first aiders
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Team Teach positive behaviour support training delivered on site and refreshed every year
- Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
- Consistent 1:1 line management support
Location
Due to our rural location, access to your own transport is desirable. However, St Joseph’s is only a 20‑minute walk from bus routes serving Horsham and Guildford. All staff working in education at St Joseph’s are considered key workers.
Requirements
- All successful candidates must complete Team Teach positive behaviour support training as part of their induction before starting employment.
- This role is subject to an enhanced child and adult workforce DBS check.
St Joseph’s Specialist Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
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