Advisory Teacher: Physical Disabilities and Complex Medical Needs

Job Opportunity: Advisory Teacher – Physical Disabilities and Complex Medical Needs

Location: Havering
Directorate: People, Starting Well
Service: SEND Education Support Service (SENDESS)
Grade: Soulbury 11–14 (subject to evaluation) + Outer London Allowance

Salary range: £55,520 - £59,766 (+ £2431 Outer London Allowance) pro rata
Contract Type: Part time 0.5 FTE
DBS Check: Enhanced Children’s DBS required
Closing Date: 23/10/2025
Reference: SBY0065

Are you passionate about inclusive education and making a difference in the lives of children and young people with physical disabilities and complex medical needs?

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Advisory Teacher to join our Physical and Sensory Support Team within the SEND Education Support Service (SENDESS). This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping inclusive practices across early years settings, schools, and colleges in Havering.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide expert advice, coaching, and training to schools and SENCOs on inclusive practices and Havering’s SEND procedures.
• Support children and young people with physical disabilities, medical needs, and complex SEND directly in educational settings.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care (EHC) needs assessments.
• Promote person-centred planning and ensure the voice of the child is central to all support.
• Collaborate with professionals across education, health, and social care to deliver cohesive, family-centred support.
• Play an active part on the use of Assistive Technology (AT) and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tools.
• Deliver training on adapted PE, risk assessments, medical management, and more.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with further qualifications or CPD in SEND.
• Proven experience supporting children with physical disabilities, medical needs, and using AAC/AT.
• Strong understanding of the Social Model of Disability and inclusive education.
• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
• A solution-focused, empathetic, and proactive approach.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team committed to inclusion and positive outcomes.
• Access ongoing professional development and opportunities to lead innovative projects.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Julie.Galligan@havering.gov.uk

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 23/10/25, however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interview date to be confirmed.

Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770.

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Additional Information

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