Class Teacher

Woodlands School, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 5ES

39 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  19 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  10 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS1 - MPS6
• Additional allowances:

  SEN Allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

• An experienced Primary teacher, with strong Early Years and Key Stage 1 knowledge
• Skilled and confident in leading and managing a team
• Enthusiastic, flexible and committed to ongoing professional development
• Resilient, positive and ready to embrace the challenges and rewards of special school education
• Able to demonstrate excellent communication with staff, families and multi‑agency professionals
• Experienced in supporting children with complex needs (highly beneficial)

What the school offers its staff

Woodlands is a unique place to work. With over a century of experience and a state‑of‑the‑art environment, we offer:

• A highly supportive and collaborative school community
• A tailored package of induction and ongoing training
• A commitment to developing staff so they can deliver the very best for our pupils
• Opportunities to lead a key area of school improvement and coordinate a subject
• A strong, values‑driven culture centred on empowerment, independence and high expectations for all

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Woodlands school is committed to safeguarding and promoting equality of opportunity.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Class Teacher Recruitment Pack - March 2026.pdf - 718 KB (opens in new tab)

About Woodlands School

• School type: Special school, ages 2 to 19
• School size: 87 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Woodlands School website
• Email address: hr@woodlands.plymouth.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/woodlands-school-plymouth

Woodlands School is based in Plymouth, in the South West of England. Named Britain’s Ocean City, we are close to the sea and moors. With almost ten miles of coastline which is home to a host of marinas, docklands and seaside promenades, Plymouth is a great coastal location. Ideal for those that love the outdoors but also wish to live or be near to an urban area.
Woodlands is an inspiring place to work. At present there are 87 pupils on roll, aged 2 to 19. These young people have a range of complex needs, both physical and with their learning. Over the years we have realised that it takes versatile people to support our pupils, as no two days are ever the same. Our specially developed curriculums adapt to the changing needs of our young people and this, along with their health and care needs, provides the focus of the day.

Arranging a visit to Woodlands School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@woodlands.plymouth.sch.uk.

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