[260429] Resource Base Lead Teacher
Goosewell Primary Academy, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 9HD16 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
17 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
29 April 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,047.00 Annually (FTE) MPS1 - UPS3 + SEN Min
[260429] Resource Base Lead Teacher job summary
Post: Resource Base Lead Teacher
Location: Goosewell Academy, Plymouth, PL9 9HD
FTE Salary Range: MPS 1 to UPS3 £32,916 - £51,047 per annum
Actual Annual Salary Range: £26,332 - £40,837 + £2,787
Contract Type: Permanent, part time, 0.8 FTE
Contract Hours: 30 Hours per week, Monday & Wednesday - Friday
Are you a passionate and skilled teacher committed to making a real difference for pupils with SEND and autism? Goosewell Primary Academy is seeking a dedicated SEND Teacher to join our inclusive and ambitious team.
About the RoleThis is a rewarding opportunity to deliver high-quality, engaging teaching for pupils with SEND, with a strong focus on autism enablement and individualised learning. You will teach consistently good or outstanding lessons, implement therapeutic and academic interventions, and work collaboratively to ensure every pupil makes meaningful progress across the curriculum and beyond.
You will also play a key role in:
- Assessing, tracking and evidencing pupil progress
- Preparing for, chairing and completing EHCP annual reviews
- Working closely with families, the SENCO and external professionals
- Contributing to the development and delivery of outstanding SEND provision within the Academy
We are seeking a teacher who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Has recent experience teaching pupils with SEND/autism across primary (or wider key stages)
- Is an excellent classroom practitioner with strong knowledge of autism enablement strategies
- Has a proven track record of improving pupil engagement and progress
- Communicates confidently with pupils, families, colleagues and external agencies
- Is flexible, reflective, positive and committed to inclusive education
Additional SEND or autism-related qualifications are desirable but not essential.
About the School:
At Goosewell Primary Academy, all children are nurtured and encouraged to fulfil their potential by our committed and talented staff. We want all our pupils to be well-rounded and happy learners who are challenged so that they achieve their potential and are ready for the next stage in their lifelong journey of education. Alongside this, we promote an ethos of children and adults working together respectfully to create a safe and supportive environment that contributes to our community.
Goosewell Primary Academy is a successful, highly regarded three-form entry primary academy with a PAN of 630. The Academy was inspected in December 2019 and received a Good rating: ‘Pupils thrive at Goosewell Primary Academy. They enjoy learning and making friends. Many pupils told inspectors that the school was very friendly and that pupils were kind and well behaved. Pupils learn about the importance of acting respectfully and with empathy for others throughout the curriculum.’
About the Trust
Reach South is a young and developing Trust which operates across the South West of England with the aim of delivering all through 3-19 education. We operate 20 academies in Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. We are building this Trust on a clear set of values, behaviours and curriculum principles. At the heart of those values and principles is a belief in our young people and a determination to support them to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become the successful citizens for today and all of their tomorrows.
Our core business is delivering exceptional education for children and young people with a mission to help all pupils aspire to achieve beyond the expectations that others put on them. We do this through the development of a talented and committed workforce. In order to deliver exceptional opportunities for learning, we need highly motivated staff across all parts of the organisation.
Teachers within Reach South belong to a national community of professionals, and benefit from a wide range of networks and development opportunities across the Trust. In time, our best teachers are able to work across schools, develop specialisms and step up to leadership roles within and beyond their own academy. The Trust provides a strong culture of collaboration and support, together with high expectations for staff and pupils alike.
Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.
Next Steps
If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling the Recruitment team on 07759365064 or emailing us at recruitment@reachsouth.org.
Closing date: for applications is Sunday 17th May 2026
Interview Date: Interviews are provisionally booked for Friday 22nd May 2026.
To apply for this opportunity, please complete our online application form by clicking ‘apply now’ on the advert.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised.
Opportunities and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary plus TPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits.
We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Goosewell Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 404 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Goosewell Primary Academy website
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