Class Teacher

Cann Bridge School, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8EE

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  24 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  10 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (FTE) MPS /UPR plus SEN Allowance 1

Class Teacher job summary

This is an exciting time to join Cann Bridge School. Following significant and rapid improvements recognised by Ofsted, we have established strong foundations for continued success. We are a fast-paced, energetic and ambitious special school where staff are united by a relentless focus on securing the very best outcomes for our learners. A recent visitor described Cann Bridge as a school that "means business", reflecting our culture of high expectations, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Cann Bridge School is an oversubscribed special school for pupils aged 3 to 19 with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD). Through our Pathways to Independence Curriculum, carefully mapped enrichment programme and extensive personal development offer, we provide an exceptional educational journey from EYFS through to Post-16, preparing learners for greater independence, community participation and adulthood.

We are seeking an exceptional Class Teacher to join our dedicated team. Initially, the successful candidate will either:

Lead a Key Stage 2 informal/semi-formal class (full-time); or

Join an existing job-share partnership for 2 days per week.

Please state clearly within your application which position you are applying for.

As a Class Teacher, you will deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment that builds upon what pupils know, can do and can remember. You will adapt learning to meet EHCP outcomes, Learning Information Plans and individual needs, ensuring every learner makes meaningful progress from their starting point.

You will work alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team, integrating education, therapy and personal development into daily practice. Every class benefits from dedicated Teaching Assistants and a Senior Teaching Assistant, whilst our middle leaders provide comprehensive curriculum frameworks and Medium Term Plans that reduce workload and allow teachers to focus on delivering exceptional learning experiences.

Whether you are an experienced SEND practitioner or a teacher seeking to develop specialist expertise, Cann Bridge School offers an outstanding opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS).

Has high expectations for every learner.

Is passionate about quality-first teaching, learning and assessment.

Thrives in a collaborative environment.

Is committed to achieving the very best outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

      Opportunities to visit Cann Bridge School: Please contact the school to arrange your visit.

     Cann Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.

For any questions or to arrange a visit, please get in touch.

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

Cann Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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.

About Cann Bridge School

• Organisation type: Special school, ages 3 to 19
• Size: 111 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Cann Bridge School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cann-bridge-school

Cann Bridge School is a registered Plymouth City Council Local Authority maintained special school for children and young people aged 3 to 19 years. Located in Estover, Plymouth, learners travel from Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall to learn, with capacity for 108 learners.

The school is designated as one for children and young people with complex needs; with their cognition and learning needs identifying a severe learning difficulty. Most learners have complex communication and interaction needs, including those identified as part of a specific learning difficulties associated with Downs Syndrome, Autistic Spectrum Condition, physical disabilities or a complex medical condition. All learners have an Education, Health and Care Plan.

To learn more about Cann Bridge School and the wonderful things happening, please visit our:
• Website: www.cannbridgeschool.co.uk
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/cannbridgeschool
• School Newsletters: www.cannbridgeschool.co.uk/families/newsletters-forms

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