Specialist Inclusion Teacher x 2 Posts

Directorate: Children & Young People Services

Permanent, Full time, 37 hours per week

Kimberworth Place, Kimberworth Road, Rotherham, S61 1HE

The Rotherham Specialist Inclusion Team require a dedicated and enthusiastic qualified teacher with at least three years recent experience of the role of SEND Coordinator to join this highly regarded team from January 2027. The role will include working throughout the 0-19 age range with some dedicated time advising school staff on supporting pupil’s presenting with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Therefore, experience and expertise in this area, particularly at KS3/4, would be advantageous.

Are you an experienced practitioner who enjoys working independently as well as part of a team?

Are you passionate about supporting children with diverse needs and committed to ensuring every child reaches their full potential?

If you have:

• A strong commitment to raising attainment and well-being for all children,
• Extensive experience working with children with a variety of needs,
• A passion for multi-agency collaboration to provide a holistic approach for children and families,
• The ability to advise on individual learning needs and support whole-school SEND development,
• An interest in working across multiple schools and settings, supporting children, teachers, and families in early identification and intervention,
• A desire to be part of a skilled, experienced team, that champions inclusive education,

Then we would love to hear from you!

The role involves working peripatetically in supporting a number of schools and settings across Rotherham and the local area around SEND. Along with travelling and spending time in schools, there is the opportunity for hybrid/home working along with office space available at Kimberworth Place for planning, preparation, report writing and other administration as needed. Training will be provided for all key elements of the role.

The post is established under DfE Teachers Pay and Conditions as outlined in the latest edition. The post holder will be expected to undertake duties in line with the professional standards for qualified teachers and uphold the appropriate professional code.

This post involves travel within the Borough and neighbouring Local Authorities for which an appropriate allowance is payable.

Please e-mail Kelly Parkin, Manager of the Specialist Inclusion Team, if you wish to discuss this opportunity. kelly.parkin@rotherham.gov.uk

Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 15th October and the interviews will be held on Wednesday 21st October 2026 at Kimberworth Place. The interview process will include the candidate completing a written task and delivering a short presentation.

This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. For further information, please visit our website.