Teacher

East Ward Community Primary School is seeking a passionate, skilled, and dedicated Class Teacher within our specialist Resourced Provision, The Honey Pot.

Our 22-place provision caters for children with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), primarily those with a diagnosis of Autism and/or Speech, Language and Communication Needs. Places are allocated through the Local Authority’s Special Educational Needs Team.

East Ward Primary School has recently been graded by Ofsted (January 2026) and Inclusion was highlighted as ‘Strong Standard’, with our Resourced provision being identified as a success.

The ideal teacher will have experience of working with children with Autism and/or speech, language and communication needs, or someone who is passionate about supporting those with special needs and disabilities and has a strong understanding of inclusive and adaptive teaching practices. You will work alongside two other teachers in addition to our SENCo and Resourced Provision lead, Grace Shedwick.

You must possess a willingness to participate in relevant training and development opportunities.

You will be welcomed into a team committed to continually raising standards and upholding the distinctive ethos of this friendly and inclusive school.
Employees of East Ward Primary School have a responsibility for, and must be committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and for ensuring they are protected from harm.

If you wish to visit the school prior to submitting your application, please contact the school office on 0161 764 6065.

Closing date: Friday 15th May 2026 12pm
Shortlisting date: Friday 15th May 2016 from 12pm
Interviews/Observations to take place at East Ward Primary School: Thursday 21st May

Please note, if you are currently working in a class teacher role, we may (if appropriate) visit you in your current setting for a lesson observation on Wednesday 20th May.

We have a commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, so an enhanced criminal record check will be undertaken for the successful candidate. The offer of employment is also subject to two satisfactory references, one being from your current or most recent employer. We will also require confirmation of qualifications, proof of your identity and your right to work in the UK.

We will consider any reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Equality Act (2010) to enable an applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post. The job-holder will ensure that academy policies are reflected in all aspect of his/her work, in particular those relating to:

(i) Equal Opportunities
(ii) Health and Safety
(iii) General Data Protection Regulations
(iv) Safeguarding Children

Thank you for your interest in Vision Multi Academy Trust and East Ward Primary School. Best wishes for your application.

Please see recruitment pack for full details and apply via the below link.

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/144572/EDV-2026-EWCPS-85821