SRP (Specialist Resourced Provision) Lead Teacher - Full-time

The Downs CofE Primary School, Deal

• Ref:KCC886-3163-110T
• Posted:13/03/2026
• Pay:MPS plus TLR2
• Start Date:Term 5 or Term 6
• App Close Date:20/04/2026 at 08:00
• Interviews:Friday 24th April 2026 (tbc)

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The Downs Church of England Primary School is looking to recruit an experienced teacher to lead our Specialist Resource Provision for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech, Language and Communication Needs. The successful candidate will also join the senior leadership team. We are a vibrant and thriving Church of England Primary school and part of the DEALT multi academy trust. We can offer an excellent support network with regular opportunities for career development.

This exciting opportunity will be filled by a cheerful person who is self-motivated, able to think outside of the box and is committed to enhancing the lives of others. This role will begin before the SRP opens and so the successful candidate will work with the school to develop and resource the provision.

The SRP Lead Teacher will be responsible for a team of SRP Special Educational Need Support Assistants (SENSAs) and will work very closely with our SENCO to ensure that the children within the SRP are supported though high-quality planning, personalised teaching, learning and experiences.

The SRP Lead Teacher will provide support for pupils to access mainstream school and will help to develop in reach and outreach programmes.

The SRP lead teacher will be committed to working towards a post graduate qualification at level 7 if this is not already held.

School would welcome tours on these dates:

Monday 23^rd March 1.30pm

Thursday 26^th March 1.30pm

Friday 27^th March 10am

Should you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact the school office on 01304 372486 or email secretary@downs.kent.sch.uk

 We are committed to safer recruitment and the protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service), reference checks and proof of the right to work in the UK. We are committed to promoting equality and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Information about the school

About us:

The Downs CEP School is located in Kent in the UK. We have wonderful children and a fantastic team of staff who all work together to try and make learning fun!

We are very lucky to have lots of fantastic facilities for our children, including unique learning opportunities through our ‘enhanced curriculum’.

Children can explore the different areas within the school, harvest crops from the allotment, look after the animals or spend time at the wildlife pond.

We are proud of the wonderful children that attend our school and are passionate about offering them experiences that they will take with them throughout their lives.

Vision Statement:

Jesus said:  “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see.” Matthew’s Gospel 5: 14 – 16

At The Downs Church of England Primary School, we envision a community where every individual is empowered to radiate with God's light. Jesus said ‘you are the light of the world’. We are dedicated to enabling all children to recognize and share the inherent goodness within themselves. Our school, symbolised by the Lighthouse, embodies the beacon of our faith. With unwavering aspirations, a nurturing atmosphere, and bespoke approaches, we embrace the philosophy that Nothing Is Impossible, fostering an environment where all can thrive and flourish.

DEALT

In April 2019, The Downs CEP School became a founding member of the Deal Education Learning Alliance Trust (DEALT) which is a MAT comprised of eight local primary schools within Deal and the surrounding villages. This unique and exciting collaboration of local schools work together to ensure the very best outcomes for all pupils and their families within our town.

Members of DEALT:

• Northbourne Church of England Primary School • The Downs Church of England Primary School • Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School • Deal Parochial Church of England Primary School • Sholden Church of England Primary School • Hornbeam Primary School • Sandown School • Worth Primary School

Job Contact Information

• Name:Natalie Luxford
• Address:Owen Square, Deal, Kent, CT14 0LP
• Telephone: 01304 372486
• Email: secretary@downs.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Application Pack