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, Woodbridge SEND Services and Woodbridge College (Post 19 provision).

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

We invite applications from enthusiastic professionals who have the vision and energy to ensure the continued development and progress of the school. Whether your background is in mainstream or special, primary or secondary, if you possess a creative and flexible approach to teaching and have the skills to teach across a range of subjects to students with special educational needs, we welcome your application.

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

 Main Duties and responsibilities as TLR

Support the strategic direction and development of the school in cooperation with and under the direction of the Executive Head and Head of School - to:

 As a middle leader, support the vision, ethos and policies of the school and promote high levels of achievement

• Identify relevant school improvement issues; support the implementation of the school strategic plan, especially as it relates to teaching and learning.
• Ensure post 16 transition is coordinated, including liaison with post 16 provisions, parents and other professionals.
• Oversee, lead and develop all areas of KS4 pastoral including attendance and behaviour and early helps to ensure all students are making strong academic progress.
• Evaluate the impact of pastoral interventions to ensure all students make expected progress.
• To develop, grow and monitor the whole school induction process for new staff.

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 – part-time will be considered for the right candidate
Start Date: September 2026
Salary:  Qualified Teachers Pay Scale Range + SEN allowance + TLR2C

 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.  Not suitable for ECT applicants.

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

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