Teacher at Bracken Hill School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/BHS/63405

Location

Chartwell Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG17 7HZ

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£13,166.00 - £20,418.00 Annually (Actual)
Teacher Pay Scale - MPS / UPS

Hours Per Week

Closing Date

Midday, Fri 11th Sep, 2026

Start Date

January 2027 (or earlier, if possible)

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

TBC

Interview Date(s) TBC

About this Role

Job Title: Teacher

Location: Bracken Hill School

Grade/Scale: Teacher Pay Scale - MPS / UPS

Contract: 11 hours per week (Thursday and Friday)

Bracken Hill School is an all-age Special School for children aged 4 to 18 years, who have a range of complex educational needs with associated social and emotional difficulties, and challenging behaviour.

We are looking to appoint a Teacher who is passionate about improving outcomes for pupils with SEND. If you enjoy challenge, value teamwork and want to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people. We promise an exciting and rewarding journey as we continue to strengthen our provision and strive for excellence for both our pupils and staff.
We are looking for a teacher who will play a key role in delivering high-quality learning experiences for pupils with a range of complex needs. The successful candidate will:
- Deliver engaging and purposeful learning that support pupils to develop communication, independence and confidence
- Plan and adapt learning carefully so that activities help pupils secure the intended knowledge and skills
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop and strengthen our curriculum across all pathways
- Use assessment effectively to understand pupil progress and inform future learning
- Contribute positively to the wider life of the school and work closely with families and other professionals.

You will join a supportive and dedicated staff team who work closely together to ensure that every pupil experience success. In return, we offer a welcoming school community, strong professional support and the opportunity to develop your practice within a school that is ambitious for both its pupils and staff.

Please see the attached Application pack including a Welcome from The Head Teacher and more information about Bracken Hill School, and the Esteem MAT Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.

Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate.

Benefits Include:

- Teacher's Pension Scheme / LGPS Pension Scheme (16.6% employer contributions)

- Generous holiday entitlement

- Access to Westfield Health membership scheme including cashback schemes for health and retail benefits, discounted gym memberships, and free confidential advice.

- Access to National College CPD platform.

For further information, please contact Heidi Bonser (School Business Manager) on hbonser@brackenhill.notts.sch.uk

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and third-party professionals to share this commitment.

This post involves regulated activity with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our safer recruitment processes, the successful candidate will be required to undertake all relevant pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with Children's Barred List check where appropriate, online searches, verification of qualifications, identity and right to work in the UK.

We are committed to the fair treatment of applicants and the recruitment of ex-offenders. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an applicant from employment; this will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances and background of any offences disclosed."

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust’s Safeguarding Policy applies to all adults, including volunteers and agency staff, working in or on behalf of the MAT.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status.

Perfection is not required, if you are excited by the role and our organisation, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria, we would still love to hear from you!

Safeguarding Statement

Bracken Hill School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Bracken Hill School ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.