Preparation for Adulthood Lead Teacher, Oak Lodge School, Sept 26
Overview
Oak Lodge School is seeking a Preparation for Adulthood Lead Teacher to drive our strategy across employment, independent living, community participation and health. You’ll lead work experience, employer partnerships, transition planning and life‑skills curriculum, coaching colleagues to embed PfA across the school. Ideal for an experienced SEND teacher with strong collaboration, communication and person‑centred practice, ready to make a real impact on young people’s futures.
Personal attributes
The ideal candidate will be empathetic, patient and deeply committed to improving outcomes for young people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs, bringing high expectations for every learner and a strong belief in their potential. They will inspire and motivate students and colleagues alike, celebrating small steps and fostering confidence, independence and meaningful progress. With a collaborative and approachable leadership style, they will adapt flexibly to students’ needs, remain calm and resilient under pressure, and model inclusive, person‑centred practice. They will uphold safeguarding and confidentiality at all times, embody the values of Oak Lodge School and Barnet Special Education Trust, and communicate effectively with families, professionals and external partners. A proactive learner themselves, they will stay current with SEND best practice, welcome feedback, and show enthusiasm for developing both their subject expertise and leadership skills.
Salary & Benefits
Salary from £46800 to £56154 per year plus SEN Allowance and TLR
Location
Barnet Special Education Trust
Oak Lodge School
Heath View
London
N2 0QY
Supporting documents
- Candidate Information Pack Prep for Adulthood Lead OLSAdd link to supporting document 1
- AdApplication Formd link to supporting document 2
- Privacy Notice for Candidates
Deadline and how to apply
Please submit your completed application form to vacancies@bsentrust.org or via the DfE Teaching Vacancies website or TES website along with a cover letter (maximum 2 sides of A4) detailing:
- Which role(s) you are applying for (you may apply for more than one role)
- How you meet the person specification, particularly your experience of working with young people with SEND
- Your vision for your subject/specialism in a special school setting
- Why you're ready to take the next step into middle leadership
- What you would bring to our team and wider school community
- Why you want to work at Oak Lodge School
Closing date: 5pm, Friday 8 May 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 19th May 2026
Start date: September 2026
Equal opportunities
Job reference: 2026/09