SEND Teacher for Specialist Resource Provision - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Napier Community Primary & Nursery, Gillingham

• Ref:MED887-2012-74T
• Posted:24/04/2026
• Pay:Teachers Pay Scale (M1 - UPS)
• Start Date:01.09.2023
• App Close Date:07/05/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:19.05.2026

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(Y)Our Opportunity

Napier Primary Academy is proud to be opening The Harbour in September — a new Specialist Resource Provision for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).

We are seeking an exceptional and passionate teacher to take on the role of SRP Lead and play a key role in establishing this provision from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to shape a high-quality, inclusive setting that enables pupils to thrive both within the provision and across the wider school.

Are you a creative thinker; resilient and want to make a difference every day to the children you work with?  

It’s not necessarily the length of your experience that we’re most interested in, it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. 

 We are looking for someone who is:

• Has experience working with pupils with ASD and communication and language needs
• Has a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and EHCP processes
• Demonstrates effective strategies to support speech, language and communication development
• Can create structured and enabling environments for pupils with autism
• Has leadership experience or the ambition and capacity to lead
• Has high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to inclusive education
• Is reflective, proactive and committed to ongoing professional development

As SRP Lead Teacher, you will:

• Lead the development and day-to-day running of The Harbour
• Design and deliver a personalised, adapted curriculum with a strong focus on communication and language
• Create a structured, nurturing and low-arousal learning environment for pupils with ASD
• Ensure provision is aligned with EHCP outcomes and informed by best practice
• Work collaboratively with the SENCO, SLT and external professionals, including Speech and Language Therapists
• Model high-quality teaching and support staff development through coaching and CPD
• Track pupil progress and evaluate the impact of provision
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers
• Support inclusion, independence and successful transitions for pupils

Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, we can offer you:

• Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career
• Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
• A comprehensive induction programme
• Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance

• The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
• Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons

• Cycle to work scheme 
• Free eye tests              
• Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

Information about the school

The Kemnal Academies Trust is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all.

The TKAT Vision 'Achieving More Together'

A community of learners who share the mindset of success and are driven by the prospect of opportunity for all. An environment of aspiration, respect and openness, enabling staff and students to thrive.

The TKAT Purpose

Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

TKAT is committed to providing outstanding teaching and learning to enable all pupils to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jennifer Old Business Manager
• Address:Napier Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 4HG
• Telephone: 01634 574 920
• Email: office@napier-tkat.org