At Abbey Mead Primary Academy, we are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to become our Send Provision Base Teacher (Internal Alternative Provision). We are a well-established, well-resourced, and continually evolving provision at the heart of our school community.
About the provision
Our provision supports pupils predominantly in Years 1 to 3 with significant speech, language and communication needs. Many of our pupils are pre-verbal, have diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and hold Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) while awaiting specialist placements. The classroom accommodates 11 pupils, offering a much smaller learning environment than a typical class of 30.
Our aim is to ensure every pupil receives:
• High-quality teaching and learning
• Meaningful communication and interaction opportunities
• A rich and engaging curriculum tailored to individual needs
We are currently developing a hybrid model, enabling pupils to access mainstream lessons wherever possible, alongside targeted support within the provision.
We can offer you:
• A dedicated and experienced team of support staff working within the base daily
• Strong leadership and guidance from a supportive and experienced SENDCo
• Opportunities for continuing professional development
• Be part of TMET, a vibrant and outward looking multi academy trust
• A dynamic, committed and professional staff
• Over 700 friendly and enthusiastic children
You will have:
• Has a strong interest in SEND, particularly ASD and communication needs
• Is able to adapt teaching to meet a wide range of needs
• Values inclusive practice and collaborative working
• Is passionate about making a difference to pupils with complex needs
• Ability to deal sensitivity with vulnerable pupils and their families.
• Have IT skills sufficient to perform the role
• Be organised and efficient
• Be flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
• Be able to work as part of a team
More information is on the Job description
About The Mead Educational Trust
TMET is a growing family of 16 schools in Leicester and Leicestershire. We believe that together we make a positive difference – to the life chances of our children, to our communities and each other. Many organisations say that their staff are their greatest asset; at TMET we truly believe it.
Why Work for Us?
• A happy and fulfilling workplace – 96% of Mead staff say this is a friendly place
• Career development pathways – for staff at all layers and in all roles
• Cross school networks to share and learn from each other
• Discounts and savings from the UK’s major retailers
• 24/7 confidential helpline for mental, physical, financial or personal issues
• 24/7 GP telephone helpline
• Health Cash Plan
• Generous employer pension contribution for all staff
As a family of schools, we use our collective strength and talents in order to make a positive difference to our children, young people and communities. Every person who works for TMET has a role in helping our children succeed, from caretakers to teaching assistants to IT professionals.
At the heart of all we do is a commitment to provide our children with access to a world-class education, our schools with excellent school-to-school support, and our staff with high quality professional development. Our people really are our greatest asset and we are always looking for ways to help them develop and grow their careers. We have a brilliant team of staff who support and encourage each other, within and across our schools and central Trust.
Deadline for applications – Friday 15th May 2026, 12pm.
START DATE - 24th August 2026
PAY RATE - MPS/UPS
Candidates who have applied within the past 12 months and were not shortlisted are kindly requested not to reapply.
Safeguarding Statement
This post will involve contact with vulnerable groups (children, young people and/or adults) and is therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure check. This exemption means that shortlisted applicants for this post will be required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and bind- overs both spent and unspent in their application, before interview and regardless of the passage of time.
This post will involve contact with vulnerable groups (children, young people and/or adults) and is therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure check. This exemption means that shortlisted applicants for this post will be required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and bind- overs both spent and unspent in their application, before interview and regardless of the passage of time.