Location
The Cedars Primary School, High Street, Cranford, Hounslow TW5 9RU

Hours
Full-time

Salary
Teachers MPS + SEN 2 Allowance

About the Role
The Cedars SEMH Special School has expanded its provision into Key Stage 3 from September 2026. We are looking for a committed and reflective teacher to join our KS3 team. Our mission is simple: where roots take hold, minds grow, and children thrive. We are a school for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, many of whom are also neurodivergent. We prioritise relationships, emotional safety and consistency, recognising that when children feel safe, valued and understood, they are far more able to engage with learning.

Our work is guided by four core values — being safe, ready, respectful, responsible and proud — which underpin everything we do, from classroom practice to wider school life. We understand behaviour as communication and place equal importance on social-emotional development and academic progress.

This is rewarding work, but it is not always easy. Progress can be gradual and sometimes unpredictable, but it is meaningful — whether that’s a pupil re-engaging with learning, managing a difficult moment differently, or beginning to see themselves more positively.

We offer a supportive, experienced and grounded staff team, a culture that recognises both the rewards and the challenges of the role with a genuine focus on staff wellbeing, opportunities for professional development as our secondary provision expands, and a working environment where people look out for each other and where relationships matter — with pupils, families and colleagues.

This role would suit someone who wants to do meaningful, rewarding work, be part of an inclusive team, and contribute to a school that is continuing to grow and develop.

Experience
Experience working with pupils with SEMH needs and/or neurodiversity in KS3 is essential.

About you
You build strong, consistent relationships with children and families, work flexibly and adapt your approach while maintaining clear boundaries, routines and expectations. You are resilient, reflective, and able to keep a sense of humour and perspective. You are motivated by improving the life chances of vulnerable learners.

Qualifications
Qualified teacher status is required. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults is essential. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks and enhanced DBS checks.