Class Teacher at Firwood High School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/FHS/47203

Location

Stitch-MI Lane, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 4HU

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£39,556.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
plus 2 x SEN

Hours Per Week

27.5

Closing Date

Midnight, Thu 14th May, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

w/c 18th May 2026

Interview Date(s) w/c 18th May 2026

About this Role

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 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 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

*Firwood has been identified as an eligible school under the DfE Targeted Retention Incentive Scheme. If you have completed an ITT course specialising in Math's, Physics, Chemistry or computing in the last 5 years you may be eligible for a payment of up to £6000 if successfully appointed as a Teacher at Firwood High School.