Class Teacher

Cann Bridge School, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8EE

Deadline is today

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  12 May 2026 at 9pm

• Date listed

  22 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPR
• Additional allowances:

  MPS/UPR

Class Teacher job summary

Cann Bridge School, a progressive special school for children and young people aged 4 to 19 with severe learning difficulties, is seeking exceptional Class Teachers to join our dedicated team. We currently have various permanent and temporary roles on a full time and part time basis. The roles are across the school in various key stages. Our school provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where every learner is supported to thrive. Our school mantra, ‘We Cann,’ reflects our values of being aspirational, learner-focused, collaborative, and progressive.

As Class Teacher, you will deliver high-quality education and create personalised lesson plans tailored to each learner's unique needs. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, manage class-based support staff, and integrate educational goals with necessary therapeutic interventions to help learners achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will also contribute to the development of the curriculum across the school. If you seek a rewarding role where you can make a significant difference, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team.

Key Responsibilities:

       Deliver high-quality, adapted lessons to learners with severe learning difficulties.

       Create and implement Personalised Learning Goals (IEPs) for each learner in your class.

       Collaborate with other teachers and professionals to design and implement effective teaching strategies.

       Use a range of teaching methods and techniques to engage and motivate learners with different learning needs.

       Provide regular feedback to parents and carers on the progress of their child.

       Participate in professional development activities to enhance your knowledge and skills.

       Use positive behaviour support strategies consistently in line with the school’s policies and procedures.

       Ensure that all school policies and procedures are followed at all times.

       Manage a dedicated team of teaching assistants.

      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

• School type: Special schools, ages 3 to 19
• School size: 115 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School 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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