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Lead Teacher in a Resource Provision

Water Orton Primary School, Birmingham, Warwickshire, B46 1SG

22 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  15 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  24 March 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share): The role is advertised as a full time position. Applicants wishing to apply for the role on a part time basis are welcome to do so.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: M1 - UPS
• Additional allowances:

  A TLR2 payment would be considered based on experience.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a highly effective teacher with strong expertise in supporting pupils with SEND, particularly those with communication and interaction needs. The successful candidate will not only demonstrate outstanding classroom practice but will also bring the leadership skills needed to guide a team, drive continuous improvement, and contribute actively to the wider school SEND leadership team.

They will have the confidence and experience to work with staff, parents and other professionals to improve the outcomes and life chances for children and their families.

What the school offers its staff

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to making a meaningful impact across the whole school community.

Evergreen is a specialist provision designed to support children with Communication and Interaction needs. It is an 12-place provision (currently over subscribed) with pupils currently ranging from children in year 2 to children in year 6.

Evergreen is housed in a purpose-built area of our school grounds. It has great facilities, access to outside space and the staff retain strong links with the team in the mainstream school.

The successful candidate will be well supported in the provision by the experienced, knowledgeable and committed Evergreen staff, including a current part time Evergreen Teacher.They will work within the wider school SEND team which includes the SENDCO, Intervention Manager and a wealth of experienced teaching and support assistants.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Sallie, Sarah or Joanne in the school office to arrange a time.

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

Water Orton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

Evergreen Resource Provision Lead Teacher Applicant Information Pack.pdf - 214 KB (opens in new tab)

About Water Orton Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 312 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Water Orton Primary School website
• Email address: smith.e1@welearn365.com
• Phone number: 0121 7472851
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/water-orton-primary-school

Water Orton Primary is a lovely village school with a PAN of 45. We serve the community of Water Orton in Warwickshire and nearby areas.

Arranging a visit to Water Orton Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email smith.e1@welearn365.com.

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