SEND Primary Class Teacher

Head of School:

Mr D Jones To start September 2026 Are you an enthusiastic and compassionate

teacher looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with

special educational needs and disabilities? Oakwood Academy is

seeking a committed and creative SEND Primary Class Teacher to join our

welcoming and inclusive special school community at Silver Street in Irlam.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a skilled and dedicated team

delivering high-quality, personalised education to pupils with a range of SEND,

including moderate learning difficulties, communication and interaction needs,

and social, emotional and mental health needs.

About Us:

Oakwood Academy is a special school for pupils aged

9–19 years who have a range of moderate and/or complex learning difficulties;

we are proud to be part of Kings Academy Trust.

Ofsted has judged the school as ‘Outstanding’ in

its last four inspections, most recently in January 2024. We offer a broad and

balanced curriculum for all pupils with cutting-edge facilities in a nurturing

environment.

Oakwood Academy is a vibrant and supportive school

community, where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to thrive both

academically and socially. We understand the enormous responsibility of

preparing our pupils for their future lives. Our hope is that we can help

children become responsible citizens who will make a positive contribution to

our ever-changing society.

As part of a Multi-Academy Trust, staff also

benefit from opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across other schools.

We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced

teachers alike.

The Role: You will lead a Key Stage 2, small class of Year 5 and 6 pupils with diverse SEND needs, supported by experienced teaching assistants. You will plan and deliver an engaging and accessible curriculum that meets the individual needs of your learners, fostering independence, communication, and social skills alongside academic progress. The successful candidates will: Be excellent practitioners with the commitment and motivation to inspire pupils’ learning and development Be able to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation through imaginative and differentiated lessons which meet individual needs Have specific experience / interest in working with pupils with SEND Have the ability to foster good relationships with other staff, pupils, parents and the wider community Will have had experience of planning and delivering a wide range of National Curriculum subjects