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The commitment and enthusiasm of Pield Heath House staff are strengths of the school and their passion for the students to enjoy and achieve are evident to visitors. Our staff ensures that our young people feel secure and are comfortable in their school environment. They are committed, highly skilled, and are our most important asset.

We are committed to the safety of our students through our recruitment and school practices. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS, formerly CRB) check. Pield Heath House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A copy of our Equality and Diversity Policy is available here.

Current Vacancies

Finance Officer

40 hours per week, Term Time + 120 Hours to be Worked Across the Year + 5 Staff Training Days

Salary: Grade 6, NJC Scale Points 13-19 £33,484 - £36,563 actual per annum (dependent on experience)

Due to an internal promotion, we are now seeking to appoint a Finance Officer. As our new Finance Officer, you will provide financial and administrative support to all areas of the school under the direction of the Finance Manager.

We are looking for a dedicated and adaptable professional who can manage shifting priorities and work independently to deliver high-quality results. The successful candidate will take a systematic and accurate approach to their work, with a high level of attention to detail. You will ensure efficient, accurate and timely recording of all financial information ensuring that operational and compliance standards are met. You will provide an accessible and reassuring service to all members of the school community, maintaining a methodical and professional manner. You should be comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. While experience in an educational setting is welcomed, it is not essential, and we encourage applications from those with transferable skills from other sectors.

Key duties will include:

  • Ensuring compliance with financial systems and processes.
  • Process AP Invoices into Sage50 and gain payment authorisation.
  • Prepare and process weekly Purchase Ledger BACS payments.
  • Prepare and process monthly Salaries on Sage Payroll.
  • Prepare and raise termly LA fee invoices and ensure prompt payment within the school’s terms.
  • Liaising with stakeholders and budget holders.

In return we can offer you:

  • An inclusive and supportive work environment
  • Continuous Professional Development opportunities (CPD) and career progression
  • A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – access to confidential support 24/7
  • Free parking available on site (or nearby access to Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines and bus services)
  • Enjoy paid morning and lunch breaks
  • Free tea, coffee and milk provided with onsite lunches purchasable from our talented catering team
  • 10 weeks off per year, during school holidays, with your salary being paid in 12 equal instalments
  • The opportunity to be part of a rewarding community with a fantastic group of children and young people at the heart of everything we do

Finance Officer – Job Description and Person Specification

Application Form

If you have any questions, or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please email us so that we can arrange this for you: recruitment@pieldheathschool.org.uk

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 17 March 2026 with a view for interviews to take place w/c 23 March 2026.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the date shown if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in this position.

Safeguarding Statement

Pield Heath House School is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check, other necessary pre-employment checks and must have satisfactory references.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA); Phonics Intervention & PPA Cover

41.5 hours per week: Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 5.00pm, Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm

Term Time Only + 5 Staff Training Days (39 weeks)

Salary: NJC Grade 6, Scale Points 13-19; £32,550.40-£35,543.94 actual per annum (dependent on experience)

The Role

Pield Heath House School is looking for a friendly adaptable HLTA who is experienced in working with children / young people with severe and complex leaning needs across various key stages.

The aim of the HLTA is to provide phonics interventions across the whole school and cover class groups where needed to allow for effective teaching & learning to continue.

The successful candidate will work alongside subject leads, teachers and class tutors to work collaboratively to ensure appropriate differentiation and learning strategies are in place for all students.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who is eager to take on a new challenge and work with the schools teaching & learning team to further develop student learning resources across the school. You will be able to demonstrate a willingness to commit to the following principles;

  1. Team worker – able to work positively with others, encourages input from all and actively contributes to team discussions working to come to consensus decisions.
  2. Flexibility – will always go the extra mile to meet the needs of the job, undertaking a variety of work to achieve the best outcomes for students.
  3. Constantly seeks improvement (Commitment to develop professionally)– of their own skills, knowledge and ways of working as well as systems of work and resources to do the job. Has high expectations of themselves and students.
  4. Uses initiative - when identifying tasks to be done and priorities.
  5. Consistency of purpose – is able to act consistently and make decisions fairly when working with students and staff.
  6. Judgement – can exercise good judgements based on sound facts, knows when to step back or get involved when dealing with students or staff. Can identify which things are of a confidential nature and who are the right people to inform.
  7. Communicator – socially and professionally skilled at dealing with people and is able to engender the confidence of others, displaying exemplary social skills at all times and a sensitivity in the light of confidential information.
  8. Empathy – with young people with a wide range of specific needs and from a range of backgrounds.
  9. Punctuality and Attendance - is on time every morning to prepare for the day and has exemplary attendance to ensure consistency of learning for the students and to maximise their progress within the employability skills. 

A commitment to these principles will ensure that the successful candidate can contribute to our thriving school community; accountability and dedication to continuous professional development are essential expectations of whoever steps into this role.

Candidates

Essential:

  • Have evidence of a specialism in literacy and reading development or another area of need.
  • Experienced in working with children / young people with additional needs in a learning environment.
  • Have excellent literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
  • Organisation/prioritisation skills.
  • Be able to demonstrate positive interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Be able to demonstrate professional conduct, enthusiasm and initiative at all times.
  • Express empathy for all students and demonstrate flexibility and resilience.

In return we can offer you:

  • A welcoming and supportive working environment with high expectations and standards.
  • Excellent supportive staff committed to achieving exceptionally high standards.
  • Teams who work collaboratively to share expertise.
  • Continuous Professional Development opportunities (CPD) and career progression.
  • A welcoming friendly community providing the opportunity to work with a fantastic group of children and young people.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
  • On site lunches are available.
  • Free parking is available on site as well as nearby access to both train (Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines) and bus services.

Job Description and Person Specification – HLTA; Phonics Intervention & PPA Cover

Application Form

Safeguarding Statement

Pield Heath House School is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts advertised at the school are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks and must have satisfactory references.

Literacy Subject Lead

Literacy Subject Lead - Salary Range: MPS/UPS + SEN + TLR 2

We are seeking to appoint an experienced SEN Teacher/Leader who can provide positive and stimulating learning experiences for our students and lead the subject area of English/Literacy and be part of the school’s Middle Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will be effective in building and maintaining positive partnerships with families and the school community in addition to being able to work well as part of a team or autonomously.

Organisation skills and a highly structured approach will be key to supporting the ability to teach a range of subjects to students at their differing academic levels. The school provides a person-centred curriculum, adapted to each child and young person’s developmental and learning needs, offering a variety of educational programs designed to meet the needs of students with severe to complex learning needs, Autism, communication and sensory processing difficulties, and associated behaviours.

We are looking for candidates who will take the lead to plan, co-ordinate and quality assure their given subject area to ensure that the subject is consistently well planned throughout the school, paying special attention to the structure, methodology and delivery of the learning experience. Bringing their experience of practical, experiential and therapeutic education strategies to bear, the successful candidates will ensure that our students really engage in learning and are given all the tools they need to progress.

In order to be successful in this role, you will:

  • Have attained Qualified Teaching Status.
  • Have experience co-ordinating, leading and quality assuring Literacy / English as a subject leader.
  • Have experience of the National Curriculum framework.
  • Have experience of working with young people with a range of learning needs and destination aims, and developing appropriate strategies to help them achieve their goals.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills with a practical approach to engaging students.
  • Have experience of working with children/young people with special educational needs and learning disabilities who may be on the autistic spectrum.
  • Have experience preparing students for examinations and assessments.

In return we can offer:

  • A friendly community providing an opportunity to work with a fantastic group of children and young people.
  • A supportive working environment and talented teaching teams who work collaboratively to share expertise and are committed to achieving exceptionally high standards of teaching & learning.
  • Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to support career progression.
  • A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – access to confidential support 24/7
  • Free parking available on site (or nearby access to Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines and bus services)
  • Enjoy paid morning and lunch breaks
  • Free tea, coffee and milk provided with onsite lunches purchasable from our talented catering team

Job Description & Person Specification - Literacy Subject Lead

Application Form

If you have any questions, please email us at the following address: recruitment@pieldheathschool.org.uk

Closing date for applications is 1 March 2026 with interviews taking place week commencing 9 March 2026.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the date shown if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in this position.

Safeguarding Statement

Pield Heath House School is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts advertised at the school are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks and must have satisfactory references.

SEN Teacher

(Permanent) SEN Teacher - MPS/UPS (Outer London)

We are seeking teachers who are passionate about inclusive education and committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with a diverse range of additional needs to join our multi-disciplinary team.

The successful candidate(s) will:

  • Plan and deliver individualised and engaging lessons that consider cognitive, communication, and sensory profiles.
  • Lead and manage a class team to ensure a consistent and person-centred approach across the day.
  • Work collaboratively with therapists and other professionals to embed therapeutic strategies into daily teaching.
  • Use augmentative and alternative communication systems (AAC) including high-tech (e.g., communication devices/apps) and low-tech systems (e.g., PECS, Sign-Along, visual supports).
  • Build strong relationships with families and contribute positively to home-school communication.
  • Make meaningful contributions in annual reviews and Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) processes.

We are looking for candidate(s) who:

  • Are a qualified teacher with proven SEN experience, ideally in a special school setting.
  • Has extensive experience with AAC systems – both high-tech and low-tech.
  • Has experience teaching students with complex and severe learning needs and managing behaviours positively using PBS principles.
  • Is skilled in multidisciplinary collaboration and embedding therapeutic/regulation strategies into teaching.
  • Can lead, inspire, and support a class team to deliver high-quality, consistent care and education.
  • Is confident in working with parents/carers and supporting EHCP processes.

In return we can offer:

  • A friendly community providing an opportunity to work with a fantastic group of children and young people.
  • A supportive working environment and talented teaching teams who work collaboratively to share expertise and are committed to achieving exceptionally high standards of teaching & learning.
  • Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to support career progression.
  • A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – access to confidential support 24/7
  • Free parking available on site (or nearby access to Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines and bus services)
  • Enjoy paid morning and lunch breaks
  • Free tea, coffee and milk provided with onsite lunches purchasable from our talented catering team

Job Description and Person Specification - SEN Teacher

Application Form

If you have any questions, please email us at the following address: recruitment@pieldheathschool.org.uk

Closing date for applications is 1 March 2026 with interviews taking place week commencing 9 March 2026.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the date shown if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in this position.

Safeguarding Statement

Pield Heath House School is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check, other necessary pre-employment checks and must have satisfactory references.

Level 1 Special Support Assistants

NJC Grade 2-3, scale points 2 - 5: £24,364.05 – £25,411.85 per annum actual dependent on experience

37.5 hours per week as follows: - Monday 8.30am – 4.30pm, Tuesday to Thursday 8.30am – 4.00pm, Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm, Term Time Only + 5 Staff Training Days

We are looking for versatile, resilient and committed Level 1 Special Support Assistants to work alongside class teachers, assisting the children and young people with their work and supporting with student behaviour whilst establishing effective relationships with both students and staff.

You will be someone who is able to learn, develop and adapt practices quickly and efficiently. You will be required to support across all key stages acting as a role model and responding to individual needs.

We are looking for people who want to make a difference and be part of an inspiring and creative team whilst assisting students in their learning.

Successful applicants will have:

  • A caring approach to working with children and young people.
  • The ability and willingness to support students with a range of needs.
  • Creativity and flexibility within the learning environment.
  • Confidence to share skills and ideas with others in the team.
  • Good communication skills with a positive outlook.
  • A willingness to learn and develop in the role.

In return we can offer:

  • A welcoming, friendly community providing an opportunity to work with a fantastic group of children and young people.
  • A happy and supportive working environment with high expectations and standards of teaching & learning.
  • Teams who work collaboratively to share expertise.
  • Excellent supportive staff committed to achieving exceptionally high standards.
  • Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to support career progression.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
  • On-site lunches available to staff.
  • Free parking is available on site as well as nearby access to both train (Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines) and bus services.

Job Description & Person Specification - Level 1 Special Support Assistant

Application Form

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in this position.

Safeguarding Statement: Pield Heath House School is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks and must have satisfactory references.

Level 2 Special Support Assistants

Salary: NJC Grade 3-4, Scale Points 5-7: £25,411.85 – £26,146.91 per annum actual dependent on experience

Hours: 37.5 hours per week as follows: - Monday 8.30am – 4.30pm, Tuesday to Thursday 8.30am – 4.00pm, Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm, Term Time Only + 5 Staff Training Days

We are looking for versatile, resilient and committed Level 2 Special Support Assistants to work alongside class teachers, assisting the children and young people with their work and supporting with student behaviour whilst establishing effective relationships with both students and staff.

You will be someone who can adapt their practice wherever necessary to support across all key stages, acting as a role model and responding to individual needs. Ideally, you may have had experience of supporting students with severe learning difficulties and complex needs.

We are looking for people who want to make a difference and be part of an inspiring and creative team whilst assisting students in their learning.

Successful applicants will have:

  • Experience of supporting children and young people with SEN.
  • A caring approach to working with children and young people.
  • The ability and willingness to support students with a range of needs.
  • Creativity and flexibility within the learning environment.
  • Confidence to share skills and ideas with others in the team.
  • Good communication skills with a positive outlook.

In return, we can offer:

  • A welcoming, friendly community providing an opportunity to work with a fantastic group of children and young people.
  • A happy and supportive working environment with high expectations and standards of teaching & learning.
  • Teams who work collaboratively to share expertise.
  • Excellent supportive staff committed to achieving exceptionally high standards.
  • Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to support career progression.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Paid lunch breaks.
  • On-site lunches available to staff.
  • Free parking is available on site as well as nearby access to both train (Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines) and bus services.

Job Description & Person Specification - Level 2 Special Support Assistant

Application Form

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in this position.

Safeguarding Statement: Pield Heath House School is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks and must have satisfactory references.

 

Speech & Language Therapist - Band 6

Hours: 40 hours per week, term time plus an additional 120 hours to be worked across the year plus staff training days

Salary: NJC Grade 8 -9, Scale Points 25 – 32; £38,602.41 - £44,965.14 actual per annum

Contract:  Permanent

We are looking for a motivated, flexible and innovative Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist to join our Speech and Language Therapy department. The successful candidate will work with colleagues to promote the holistic development of independence and functional skills informed by the latest evidence-based practices and will be accountable for delivering a quality service. Our streams of provision focus on interventions that support difficulties with feeding, speech, language, social communication and developing Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) at universal, targeted and specialist levels. 

The Pield Heath Speech and Language Therapy department is a friendly, motivated team who strive to provide high quality therapy.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Confidence, enthusiasm and a passion for learning.
  • An ability to work closely with therapists from other disciplines in order to integrate SaLT goals into the educational setting.
  • The ability to build good working relationships with children, teachers, parents and carers.
  • Knowledge of clinical assessment, treatment planning and implementation of therapy programmes.
  • An independent approach and be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of standardised assessment and clinical observation.
  • The ability to promote positive behaviour in a nurturing environment is essential.

This role is an opportunity to develop as a clinician while gaining experience in an educational setting, as we offer excellent support through clinical supervision, a commitment to CPD and a variety of training opportunities.

Our team is dedicated in forging a unique collaborative approach to special education by embedding the expertise of the speech and language therapy profession in a meaningful way that does not compromise the quality of the service. You will work closely with teaching staff, helping to integrate therapy and learning objectives.

The Therapy Team is committed to embedding clinical interventions across all aspects of our students’ home and school routines, ensuring that our students are able to access their learning effectively. The successful candidate will receive support and clinical supervision from the Clinical Lead for Therapies.

In return we can offer you:

  • A happy and supportive working environment with high expectations and standards.
  • Excellent supportive staff committed to achieving exceptionally high standards.
  • Continuous Professional Development Opportunities and Career progression.
  • A welcoming friendly community providing opportunity to work with a fantastic group of young people.
  • On-site parking is available as well as nearby access to both train (Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines) and bus services

Job Description & Person Specification - Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist

Application Form

Applications should be returned to recruitment@pieldheathschool.org.uk.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in this position.

Safeguarding Statement: Pield Heath House School is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks and must have satisfactory references.

Speech & Language Therapist - Band 7

Hours: 40 hours per week, term time plus an additional 120 hours to be worked across the year plus staff training days

Salary: NJC Grade 10 – 11, Scale Points 33 – 39; £46,161.01 – £52,259.01 actual per annum

Contract:  Permanent

We are looking for a motivated, flexible and innovative Band 7 Speech & Language Therapist to join our Speech and Language Therapy department. The successful candidate will work with colleagues to promote the holistic development of independence and functional skills informed by the latest evidence-based practices and will be accountable for delivering a quality service. Our streams of provision focus on interventions that support difficulties with feeding, speech, language, social communication and developing Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) at universal, targeted and specialist levels. 

The Pield Heath Speech and Language Therapy department is a friendly, motivated team who strive to provide high quality therapy.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Confidence, enthusiasm and a passion for learning.
  • An ability to work closely with therapists from other disciplines in order to integrate SaLT goals into the educational setting.
  • The ability to build good working relationships with children, teachers, parents and carers.
  • Knowledge of clinical assessment, treatment planning and implementation of therapy programmes.
  • An independent approach and be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of standardised assessment and clinical observation.
  • The ability to promote positive behaviour in a nurturing environment is essential.

This role is an opportunity to develop as a clinician while gaining experience in an educational setting, as we offer excellent support through clinical supervision, a commitment to CPD and a variety of training opportunities. Our team is dedicated in forging a unique collaborative approach to special education by embedding the expertise of the speech and language therapy profession in a meaningful way that does not compromise the quality of the service. You will work closely with teaching staff, helping to integrate therapy and learning objectives, as well as instructing and supporting teaching staff in delivering therapy programmes/groups and use of specialised equipment.

The Therapy Team is committed to embedding clinical interventions across all aspects of our students’ home and school routines, ensuring that our students are able to access their learning effectively. The successful candidate will receive support and clinical supervision from the Clinical Lead for Therapies.

Can you, as part of a team and individually, be an advocate for making learning accessible in order to meet our student’s needs, develop their potential and make a positive impact on their quality of life within and outside of their school career? If so, we want to hear from you!

In return we can offer you:

  • A happy and supportive working environment with high expectations and standards.
  • Excellent supportive staff committed to achieving exceptionally high standards.
  • Continuous Professional Development Opportunities and Career progression.
  • A welcoming, friendly community providing opportunity to work with a fantastic group of young people.
  • On-site parking is available as well as nearby access to both train (Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines) and bus services

Job Description & Person Specification: Band 7 Speech & Language Therapist

Application Form

Applications should be returned to recruitment@pieldheathschool.org.uk.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application as early as possible if you are interested in this position.

Safeguarding Statement: Pield Heath House School is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks and must have satisfactory references.