Teacher

The Vacancy

Exciting Opportunity! This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join our exceptional [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] team and play a pivotal role in the development of our brand-new specialist school in Salford. As a founding member of staff, you will help shape the culture, curriculum and future direction of a school designed to transform outcomes for young people.

By joining us, you will:

• Be at the forefront of establishing an innovative specialist provision in the North West.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative environment where professional development and staff wellbeing are genuinely prioritised.
• Receive a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression as the school grows.

If you are passionate about making a lasting difference and want to be part of something truly meaningful from the very beginning, we would love to hear from you.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] currently has two highly successful, non-associated, independent specialist schools in St Helens and Lymm, and is looking to expand its educational offer in the North West.

We are committed to providing high-quality education for all, where children feel safe, valued, and a sense of belonging. Our Educational vision is to 'awaken the potential' of every child and young person.

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Teacher to join our teaching team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future for our pupils and supporting young people aged 5-19 with autism, moderate to severe learning difficulties, and complex needs. Your teaching and professionalism should express our core educational values and moral purpose.

Reporting to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team you will play a pivotal role in ensuring excellence in all aspects of education and outstanding outcomes for all students.

This role is ideal for someone with a passion and commitment to improving outcomes for all pupils.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post and stage of recruitment, including social media, and communication with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). All posts are subject to satisfactory statutory employment checks and referencing.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure there is a commitment to safeguarding and equality and diversity.
• Place the safety, dignity and wellbeing of every child at the heart of everything you do, upholding equality, diversity and inclusion without compromise.
• Set ambitious expectations and create an inclusive environment where all pupils, regardless of need or starting point, can thrive and achieve meaningful success.
• Plan and deliver adaptive, engaging learning that removes barriers and enables every pupil to access the curriculum and make sustained progress.
• Line manage and support Learning Mentors where required, fostering teamwork, consistency and professional growth.
• Contribute to a culture of openness, reflection and shared practice across the school and the wider [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] family.
• Play an active role in shaping a nurturing, aspirational school community where students develop confidence, independence and pride in who they are.

Additional Information

The Teacher Salary will be based on experience: £37,091.18 - £44,762.40.

Closing date: Wednesday 6th May 2026 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications). Interview date: Week commencing 11th May 2026 (anticipated to be Thursday/Friday). Applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the School (by appointment only) prior to interview. Interviews are expected to take place at our Willow Tree Park School in Lymm.

Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? For more details about the role, contact Reece Greenwood (Headteacher): [contact hidden]

For queries regarding the application process or to arrange a visit, please contact Emi Chiu (Business Manager): [contact hidden]