Teacher

5 x Teachers

Permanent Full time

MPS/UPS + 1 SEN Point

Actual Salary £32,916- £51,048 plus SEN Allowance £2,787 (Pending Pay Award)

(Job Ref: REDT03)

Commencing September 2026

Our Vision: A specialist SEND community inspiring Rochdale and beyond…

Are you passionate about inclusion and dedicated to empowering young people with SEND to thrive in adult life? We invite you to join our exceptional, nurturing, and supportive team. As our school continues to expand, we seek teachers across various specializations, from Pre-Formal to Formal, and within our Sixth Form.

Redwood is a sizable special school catering to students aged 11-19 with diverse and complex SEND. This is an exciting period for us, with high demand for placements and ongoing growth in our offerings. At Redwood, you will have the chance to significantly impact the lives of our remarkable and diverse children and young adults.

The successful candidate:

- Will be open to working across all school cohorts as needed to support the organization's objectives.
- Will possess the commitment and enthusiasm to motivate young learners in their educational journey.
- Will demonstrate a dedication to continuous improvement and innovation through engaging and tailored lessons that cater to the unique needs of each learner.
- Will have the emotional and physical resilience required to work effectively with young people facing various complex challenges.
- Will be capable of building strong relationships with colleagues, students, and the broader community.
- Will be a collaborative team player, able to lead and develop the classroom support staff's contributions.

We are also seeking an individual who:

- Is committed to working with learners with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
- Aspires to be an exemplary teacher with a fervor for enhancing outcomes for all students.
- Wishes to actively engage with the values, goals, and community of the school.

We can offer:

- A dedicated, driven, and supportive team environment.
- Outstanding opportunities for Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and support for your career advancement.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
- First-rate facilities that assist both staff and learners in a dynamic and challenging setting.
- Discounted gym membership at Oulder Hill Leisure Centre & Your Trust Gyms.
- A Cycle to Work Scheme.

The successful candidate will be expected to start in September 2026.

If you have any questions regarding the position or wish to schedule a visit to the school, please reach out to Michelle Ashcroft by emailing info@redwood-school.com.

As part of our recruitment efforts, we will be hosting an Open Recruitment Day at Redwood on 21st April 2026. For more information and to reserve your spot, please visit our website. Vacancies | Redwood

To apply for the role, please submit an application form to vacancies@redwood-school.com.

Please note that CVs are not accepted; direct applications only, no agencies.

The closing date for applications is 29th April 2026 at 11.59pm.

Interview dates: 6th and 7th May 2026.

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.

Appointment to this position is contingent upon an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and background verification.

The ability to communicate effectively in spoken English with customers and service users and provide accurate advice is a necessary requirement for this role.

Applicants should be aware that by submitting an application for this position, they are confirming that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that would prevent them from working in the UK and that they can provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if invited for an interview. The school will conduct an online search as part of its due diligence for all shortlisted candidates, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 (para 220).