Broomfield South SILC

‘Investing in Individuals, Transforming Lives’

Broom Place, Belle Isle, Leeds LS10 3JP

Teacher Informal Teaching and Learning Group

Salary Scale: MPS/UPS + SEN 1                                                                                     

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: 1^st September 2026

Closing Date: Thursday 14^th May 2026 @ 12 noon

Interviews: Tuesday 19^th May 2026

Please contact school if you would like to talk further about the position or arrange a visit and we will happily show you around.

The vacancy is open to both experienced teachers and ECTs. However, prior knowledge, understanding, and practical experience of working with learners who have complex communication needs is essential. 

Please be aware we do not accept applications direct from agencies and also CVs.

This teaching post is an exciting opportunity to join the teaching team within our Informal Teaching and Learning Group. The Informal Pathway adopts a fully personalised curriculum which is wholly driven by EHCP outcomes and seeks to build on engagement of the individual learner with particular emphasis on developing communication and independence.  Learning is facilitated through play, exploration and multi-sensory experiences where adults adopt a responsive, reactive and engaging Intensive Interaction style approach. 

The successful candidate will excel in meeting the diverse needs of our pupils.  You will be supported within your class by a team of Learning Support Assistants and by a Middle and Senior Leadership Team who have a secure understanding of the rewards and challenges of teaching in our school. Our staff are passionate about developing the learning and life chances and opportunities of our pupils and young people.

Our young people (2-19) have a wide range of special educational needs, including Autistic Spectrum Condition.

 We offer an inclusive setting operating on the main Broomfield site and three mainstream partnership sites:

• Windmill Primary School
• Rodillian Academy
• Future Steps Hub (White Rose Business Park)

This enables us to meet a wide variety of pupils’ needs and provide support and advice to the community.

Staff can be expected to work on any of the four sites if required.

The successful candidates will have;

·                    Experience and skills of teaching pupils with a wide range of Special Educational Needs including ASC

·                    Knowledge and practical experience of providing engaging learning experiences to encourage early communication skills

·                    The ability to offer a range of inspirational teaching, learning, assessment and behaviour management strategies to ensure learning is engaging and inclusive

·                    High expectations, commitment and enthusiasm for both the personal and educational development of all pupils

·                    Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills

·                    An ability to work collaboratively with parents, carers, multi- professionals and outside agencies

·                    The ability to work effectively within a team

·                    A passion for education and willingness to support staff in enabling all our pupils to reach their potential

·                    A commitment to making contributions to the life of the school

·                    A commitment to the provision of a high quality education for all

In addition the following personal qualities;

·                    Positive and creative attitude 

·                    Resilience

·                    Enthusiasm and the ability to motivate and inspire others

·                    Able to use initiative

·                    Willingness to reflect and share effective practice with others

In return we can offer:

·                    Friendly, enthusiastic and highly motivated pupils and young people

·                    The support of our strong, caring and committed staff team

·                    A comprehensive CPD programme with a commitment to developing your skills and career progression

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.
Safeguarding Recruitment Statement   

Broomfield South SILC Safeguarding Recruitment Statement   

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to have an up to date DBS disclosure. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974;  

If shortlisted you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line.

References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates prior to attendance at interview.

For successful candidates’ other relevant checks with statutory bodies will be carried out which may include prohibition from teaching, section 128 check and overseas criminal record if you have lived or worked overseas

Access

The Broomfield main site and our partnership sites have disabled access facilities, including a lift.

For further details please contact Broomfield South SILC by email broomfield@broomfieldschool.org.uk visit our website; www.broomfieldschool.org.uk

or by telephoning Lyndsay Beddoes on 0113 2771603

Visits to look round are recommended and can be booked at the following dates and times through the above contact details:

Tuesday 21^st April 9:30

Tuesday 21^st April 3:30

Friday 1^st May 3:30

Tuesday 5^th May 2pm

Friday 8^th May 10am

Please note that Broomfield South SILC operates No Smoking policy

Reg Charity no; 1143948