Lead Teacher Designated Provision

Statham Primary School, Lymm, Cheshire, WA13 9BE

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026 or earlier.

• Closing date

  9 January 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  10 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Other leadership roles
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  SEN Allowance £2,787

What skills and experience we're looking for

To lead and deliver high-quality teaching and provision for up to 8 pupils with ASD and/or SEMH within the school’s designated provision. The post holder will create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that promotes engagement, independence, and academic and personal development in line with individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching and Learning:

• Plan and deliver a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to the individual needs, interests, and learning styles of pupils with ASD/SEMH.

• Adapt lessons effectively to support a wide range of abilities and complex needs.

• Use strategies that promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and resilience.

• Assess, record, and report on the development, progress, and attainment of pupils in line with school and statutory requirements.

• Employ a trauma-informed, relationship-based approach to support emotional and social development.

Leadership and Management of the Provision:

• Lead the day-to-day management of the designated provision, ensuring it is safe, inclusive, and nurturing.

• Contribute to the strategic development of the provision in collaboration with the SENCO and senior leaders.

• Line manage and provide direction and support to teaching assistants or support staff working within the provision.

• Monitor the impact and effectiveness of the provision and implement improvements where necessary.

• Attend extra curricular events to support the inclusion of DP pupils in the wider life of the school

Pupil Support and Welfare:

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with pupils based on trust, consistency, and respect.

• Work closely with families, external professionals, and multi-agency partners to ensure holistic support.

• Develop and regularly review personalised learning and behaviour support plans.

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils, following school policies and procedures with the additional responsibility of named deputy designated safeguarding lead.

Professional Development and Collaboration:

• Participate actively in continuous professional development focused on SEND, ASD, SEMH, and trauma-informed practice.

• Collaborate with mainstream staff to support successful inclusion opportunities.

• Attend and contribute to EHCP reviews, planning meetings, and multi-agency reviews.

Model good practice and support the wider school community in understanding and meeting the needs of pupils with SEND.

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive leadership team that will help you fulfil your potential

• A warm and welcoming environment and a strong team ethos

• Opportunities for personal and professional development

• Enthusiastic,caring, happy children who are keen to learn

• A risk benefit culture promoting positive outdoor learning and play

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.

Due to the expansion of our designated provision in September 2026, there is an opportunity to lead either our KS1 or KS2 8 place provision.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged with the Office Manager, Mrs Jane Molyneux. statham.office@thebeamtrust.co.uk 01925 752142

School Visits : Tuesday 6th January 2pm, Thursday 8th January 9am

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 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.

Upload additional documents

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

Person Specification for DP Beam Trust.docx (2).pdf - 85.7 KB (opens in new tab)

About Statham Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 170 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Statham Primary School website
• Email address: statham.head@thebeamtrust.co.uk
• Phone number: 01925 752142
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/statham-primary-school

Statham Primary School is a one form entry 3-11 primary school in Lymm, Warrington.

Arranging a visit to Statham Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email statham.head@thebeamtrust.co.uk.

School location

Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed

Find more school jobs in Cheshire