Lead Teacher

KEYFORT Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks an experienced Lead Teacher to support students with special educational needs. This role starts part-time, transitioning to full-time as the service grows. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality teaching, leading a small team, and maintaining learning records. Ideal candidates will have a teaching qualification, leadership skills, and a commitment to person-centred education. The position offers benefits including training programs and incentives.

Benefits

Term-time contract

Training, mentoring, and shadowing programmes

Double pay for bank holiday working

Paid enhanced DBS check

Colleague referral scheme

FlexEarn access to accrued wages

Blue Light discount card

Employee of the month scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced teacher with a strong understanding of SEND and trauma-informed practice.
• Ability to support, motivate, and develop others.
• Commitment to person-centred education and positive outcomes for young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver good and outstanding teaching in line with Ofsted framework.
• Lead and line-manage a small team of teachers.
• Maintain accurate records using internal systems.
• Promote the welfare and education of all students.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Understanding of SEND

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility and solution-focused

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Lead Teacher (SEND) – Part Time / Full Time – Newcastle (NE13)

Great Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE13 9BD

Contract Status – Important Information

This role will initially commence on a part‑time basis. Due to the rapid growth of this new service, we anticipate that the position will increase to full‑time within a matter of weeks. Applicants must be able to acknowledge this requirement and be fully prepared and available to transition to a full‑time role as the service develops.

Salary and Hours

This role is salaried; FTE equates to £35,500 to £38,000 per annum – experience dependent. The service, once in full‑time operation, will run Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:00.

Essential Criteria

• Teaching qualification.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Lead Teacher to join our specialist education provision in collaboration with Newcastle County Council at Great Park Community Centre (with the possibility of other locations).

Initially the role would commence on a part‑time basis, but as our service grows the hours will increase. You will deliver engaging, person‑centred learning from our bespoke curriculum, supporting students to overcome barriers to learning while developing independence, confidence, and life skills.

Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will act as the Lead on site or across sites, providing day‑to‑day oversight, supporting staff, and building strong relationships with families and external professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver good and outstanding teaching in line with the Ofsted framework and National Curriculum guidance.
• Lead and line‑manage a small team of teachers, completing supervisions, appraisals, and probation reviews.
• Act as the on‑site lead, responding to daily operational needs and ensuring a safe, well‑run learning environment.
• Oversee educational documentation including ILPs, EHCPs, care plans, and transition plans.
• Work collaboratively with families, attending reviews alongside the line manager.
• Build positive working relationships with the Local Authority, schools, and internal teams.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Monitor progress, gather evidence of learning, and maintain accurate records using internal systems (e.g. Log My Care).
• Support enrichment and extra‑curricular activities such as swimming, nature walks, and community learning.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare, wellbeing, and education of all students at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified and experienced teacher with a strong understanding of SEND and trauma‑informed practice.
• Confident leadership skills with the ability to support, motivate, and develop others.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly when working with families and external professionals.
• A calm, flexible, and solution‑focused approach in a dynamic learning environment.
• A strong commitment to person‑centred education and positive outcomes for young people.

Safeguarding & Professional Practice

• A clear commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to act professionally at all times and follow all policies and procedures.
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and development.

Additional Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance.
• Ability to meet the physical and emotional demands of a specialist education environment.

Why Join KEYFORT?

At KEYFORT, we are proud of our nurturing, values‑led approach. You’ll be part of a supportive leadership team, working within a provision that truly puts young people at the centre of everything we do.

Benefits

• Term‑time contract.
• Training, mentoring and shadowing programmes; in‑house with our own RGN, occupational therapist and trained psychologists.
• Double pay for bank holiday working.
• Paid enhanced DBS check.
• Colleague referral scheme – £200 incentive bonus (T&C’s apply).
• FlexEarn – a simple and safe way of accessing the wages you’ve already earned.
• Blue Light discount card – giving you big discounts at major retailers.
• Employee of the month scheme – winners receive a monetary voucher.

Who Are Keyfort Group?

Keyfort Group delivers packages of care and support to individuals with a range of conditions and disabilities. Our support is person‑centred, and we only work with people if we think we can provide great care not based on their disability. We have experience of working with people with a brain injury, neurological condition, learning disabilities, spinal injuries, physical and mental health needs.

Keyfort Group Ltd – Commitment to Safeguarding and Protecting Adults and Children

Keyfort Group is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, communities and lived experiences, including those from under‑represented groups.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and employment, to ensure everyone can perform at their best.

Equal Opportunities

KEYFORT Group is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, communities and lived experiences, including those from under‑represented groups.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and employment, to ensure everyone can perform at their best.

Visa and Right to Work

If you require a legal right to work in the UK, this must be a dependant visa, leave to remain, or a spouse/partner visa. We are not able to offer certificates of sponsorship (CoS) at this time. Please confirm what visa you currently have.

Head Office: 2 Earls Court, 5th Avenue Business Park, Team Valley, NE11 0HF. Phone: [phone].