Lead Teacher – New Leaf House
Location: Walsall
New Leaf House is a specialist provision within the New Leaf Inclusion Centre, designed to support pupils who are at risk of exclusion or have previously been excluded from mainstream education. This smaller, nurturing setting provides a structured and supportive environment tailored to meet the needs of students who benefit from a more personalised approach to learning and behaviour support.
Pupils attending New Leaf House often present with a range of additional needs, including ADHD, ASD, and SEMH. The provision focuses on building positive relationships, improving emotional regulation, and re‑engaging pupils with education through a flexible and therapeutic approach.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the day‑to‑day operation of New Leaf House, ensuring a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.
* Plan and deliver high‑quality teaching and intervention that supports academic progress, emotional regulation and engagement.
* Lead, coach and support a small team, modelling effective practice in behaviour support, de‑escalation and restorative approaches.
* Work closely with families, mainstream schools and external agencies to support reintegration, outreach and short‑term placements.
* Use assessment and provision data to evaluate impact, identify need and adapt support plans.
* Contribute to safeguarding, attendance and pastoral systems, ensuring pupils receive consistent, trauma‑informed support.
Qualifications and Skills
* Qualified teacher status.
* Strong experience working with pupils with SEMH, ASD, and ADHD.
* A commitment to inclusive education and alternative provision.
* Skills in behaviour management, de‑escalation and restorative approaches.
* The ability to lead a small team and model outstanding practice.
* The ability to work closely with families, external agencies and the wider New Leaf team.
Pay range: MPS/UPS – £32,916 – £51,048 plus SEN Allowance + TLR 2a.
Benefits
* Financial, Health and Lifestyle benefits.
* Discounts on everyday purchases (Eden Red).
* Comprehensive free‑of‑charge health plan (UK Health Care).
* Cycle to work scheme via Halfords.
* Access to the Blue Light Card and further benefits including education sector‑leading CPD.
Legal Statements
The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
The Mercian Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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