Here at Iford Academy, we want all our students to recognise and achieve their full potential through both academic work and life skills achievements. We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and experienced Teacher to join Iford Academy – an outstanding special school for pupils Year 7- 11 who present predominantly with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

Main duties & responsibilities

The responsibilities specified in the following job description are in accordance with those specified in the School Teacher’s Pay and Conditions Document, which a School Teacher is required to perform.

The post holder will be expected to manage all aspects of teaching within the overall educational aims of the academy and establish and maintain the highest quality possible of teaching and learning.  

What We have to Offer:  

• Career progression and training opportunities to meet your CPD needs.
• A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff.
• A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education.  
• A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.  
• An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.  
• Staff benefits include blue light card, free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing and reduced-price corporate gym membership through BH Live, Two Rivers Meet Leisure Centre and Village Gym.
• A competitive pension through Teachers’ Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.