EYFS/KS1 teacher Possible TLR for a leader with appropriate experience (UPS available for the right candidate) Alder Brook has an exciting opportunity for anyone passionate about EYFS/KS1 education and special educational needs. Our school is looking to appoint an EYFS/KS1 teacher, potentially a lead role with a TLR for the candidate that can demonstrate exceptional previous leadership. We are a growing SEMH primary school. This role is key in supporting the teaching and learning for EYFS & KS1 pupils, ensuring their needs are met in a nurturing and stimulating environment. As many of you know, working in a SEMH setting can be both challenging and rewarding. We are seeking a candidate with a wide range of experience in special education, particularly within EYFS and Key Stage 1. The ideal applicant will not only possess extensive knowledge of developmental milestones and strategies for engaging young learners but will also demonstrate a passionate commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive atmosphere for our pupils. In this role, as potential Lead, you will play a key part in developing and leading a dedicated team of staff. Strong leadership skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a range of professionals are essential. If you feel ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply. Visits to school are welcomed. Alder Brook is part of the LINK Trust. The LINK Education Trust is an inclusive partnership of mainstream and special schools in Salford, where all pupils enjoy learning. Within our Trust community, we work collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for all. Alder Brook values every individual and strives to develop the whole child. We provide a safe, nurturing environment for pupils with social and emotional needs whilst ensuring academic progress. We provide a creative, exciting, and inclusive curriculum that our children enjoy, building their self-confidence and providing every child with the necessary tools to become successful in the future. You will: Support every child to reach their potential through adaptive, personalised teaching. Hold a moral commitment to learning and achievement through a personalised primary curriculum. Have knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and how to adapt it for SEND. Embrace high expectations of learning and behaviour and be committed to engage pupils with a range of pastoral and academic challenges. Be an effective team player with excellent communication skills. Closing Date 3 rd December 2025 Observations in candidates current setting or at Alder Brook 10 th /15 th December 2025 Formal interviews 17 th of December 2025 The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check. If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants Want to know more about Salford? As an authority we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents, and as an employer we are passionate about helping individuals to thrive in their work. We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture and are proud of our professional accreditations which champion this. Find out about our city as a place to live, work & grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You ll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you here ! Continuous S ervice commitment New employees can keep their service related benefits when moving between a whole host of public sector organisations within Greater Manchester, which include: Councils, NHS, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, Transport for Greater Manchester, as well as many others under this scheme. Find out if this applies to you here. Guaranteed Assessment Schemes We have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel by way of a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme. Our application forms ask you to indicate if you meet any of the criteria within this scheme, and so to find out more and if you qualify please click here. Privacy Statement and Data Protection Our core data protection obligations and commitments are set out in the council s primary Recruitment and Employment Privacy Notice which can be found at https://www.salford.gov.uk/gdpr .