Class Teacher

FIRWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

“Learning without Limits”

Executive Headteacher: Mr Mike Sidebottom

Head of School: Mrs Dawn Evans

 

Class Teacher

 

Firwood High School is a successful 11-19 special school meeting the needs of children with complex learning difficulties.   We are also part of Woodbridge Academy Trust, in partnership with Ladywood Special School, Ladywood Outreach Service and Woodbridge College (Post 19 provision)

Due to the expansion of the school, our Trustees are looking to appoint an outstanding teachers who can support and teach pupils with a range of special educational needs. 

We invite applications from enthusiastic professionals who have vision and energy to ensure the continued development and progress of the school.

 

You will:

• Be an outstanding practitioner 

• Be able to creatively plan and deliver the curriculum to pupils with special needs

• Maintain appropriate and accurate assessment and monitoring of pupil’s progress

• Be able to lead a team of teaching assistants in the classroom

• Have a vision and passion for learning

• Coordinate a curriculum subject

 

We will offer you:

• A challenging yet rewarding working environment working with inspirational young people

• Professional development to support you in your career

• Hardworking, dedicated, professional and enthusiastic staff

• The benefits of working in an innovative and forward thinking school

• Supportive leadership and real opportunities to develop as a leader

• A genuinely happy and caring place to work

• Strong links with the community and our co-located Academy

• High standard facilities

 

Contract:  Full Time Permanent. Will Consider Part Time for the right candidate.  

Start Date: ASAP

Salary:  Qualified Teachers Pay Scale Range (T1- T9) Starting Salary £29,988+ SEN points 

 

Firwood is an exciting place to be and if you are a team player with a commitment to the highest quality provision for pupils with SEN then we would like to hear from you.

 

Candidates from both Primary and Secondary settings are welcome to apply, should you meet the criteria.

 

Informal visits to school are most welcome by arrangement with Helen Penketh.  Please call on 01204 333044.

 

Application packs may be downloaded or are available from the school:

Firwood High School,

Stitch-Mi-Lane, Harwood, Bolton. BL2 4HU.

Email: hr@firwood.bolton.sch.uk

Tel:  01204 333044

Closing Date for applications: Midnight Monday 06 May 2024

Shortlisting: w/c Tuesday 07 May 2024

Interview Date: Friday 10 May 2024

Applications should be returned for the attention of the Head Teacher at Firwood High School, Harwood, Bolton, BL2 4HU or by email to: hr@firwood.bolton.sch.uk

 

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.