Overview
Woodlands School is a broad-spectrum special school catering for pupils aged 4 -19 years. We are part of Unity MAT, a small, ambitious trust supporting our schools with a strong Core Team providing dedicated services across the Trust.
What We Need
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reflective and creative teacher to join our friendly and ambitious school. While prior/previous experience in SEND is advantageous, we recognise transferable knowledge from mainstream practitioners. We are looking for candidates who are available to start ASAP, but we are willing to wait for the right candidate.
The core purpose of your role will be:
* To provide a high-quality educational experience for all pupils
* To teach classes / groups of pupils ensuring that planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reporting meet their complex learning, personal and social needs
* Maintain positive ethos and core values of the school
* Contribute to constructive team building amongst teaching staff, non-teaching staff, parents and carers
What We Offer
* The opportunity to make a difference
* Enthusiastic, friendly and engaged pupils who are keen to learn
* A supportive community of families and external partners
* A friendly and inclusive working environment
* Talented, dedicated and hardworking colleagues and SLT team
* Comprehensive induction and probation support
Reward & Benefits
* A competitive salary
* Access to the Teacher Pension Scheme & significant employer contribution
* Excellent training and development opportunities
* Enhanced employee assistance programme (including GP helpline, financial & legal advice line and carer support for employee and household members)
* Well-being app & staff discounts
* Occupational Health Service
* Family friendly and Employee Health & Well-being policies
Key Dates
Closing Date: Friday 3rd October 2025 @ 9am
Shortlisting: Following closing date
Interview Date: TBC
For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact Mel Keating on 01675 463590.
Further information
Application packs including Job Description, Person Specification, Guidance for Applicants and Application Form can be obtained from https://woodlands.warwickshire.sch.uk/vacancies
Applications
Official application forms must be completed. CVs will not be accepted. Please see Guidance for Applicants for further details. Applications must be sent by email to unitymat.co.uk before the closing date detailed above. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early if a large volume of suitable applications are received.
Safer Recruitment Unity MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow robust safer recruitment processes, including online searches, during all recruitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children’s Barring List Check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all ages, backgrounds and those with disabilities
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