Class Teacher

RIVERWALK SCHOOL; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction

Wide range of staff benefits

CPD tailored for staff

Job summary

Riverwalk School in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a dynamic Class Teacher to support pupils with PMLD and SLD, developing the curriculum and teaching practices to sustain school-improvement momentum.

The role requires experience with SEND, a commitment to high-quality learning experiences, and active participation in CPD and the wider school offer within our supportive trust.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with SEND (PMLD/SLD) and applying evidence-based teaching approaches.
• Ability to provide a rich, high quality learning environment with accessible resources.
• Deliver a broad, balanced curriculum differentiated to meet individual needs.
• Commitment to CPD and contributing to school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum and teaching practices to improve pupil outcomes.
• Create engaging learning experiences and ensure accessibility for all pupils.
• Share best practice and participate in CPD opportunities.
• Support wider school enrichment and safeguarding responsibilities.

Skills

SEND experience

Curriculum planning

safeguarding knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

• Riverwalk School
• Address: Mayfield Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 2PD
• Salary: MPR plus SEN allowance
• Hours: Full time
• Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible
• Reference: 5680

Riverwalk School are seeking a Class Teacher who is dynamic and friendly, with a passion for improving outcomes and life experiences for our pupils in the school with PMLD and SLD needs. You will support us to develop our curriculum and teaching skills further, ensuring that the momentum of school improvement is maintained. If you are a forward thinking, highly motivated teacher with a passion for school improvement, then come and visit us to find out how we can make a difference together.

Requirements

We are looking for a dedicated teacher, preferably experienced in working with students with SEND, who will:

• be a proven effective teacher who is willing to share good practice
• provide a rich, high quality, stimulating, and enabling learning environment, where resources can be accessed appropriately by all pupils
• ensure that each pupil has access to a broad, balanced, and relevant curriculum differentiated to meet individual needs
• use effective evidence-based teaching approaches to meet the needs of all pupils and to develop a love of learning
• set exciting tasks relating to 'real life' experiences for the whole class, small group, or self-initiated activities, with exploratory learning
• enjoy a challenge
• be passionate about developing learning characteristics in pupils
• adhere to policies and procedures and follow GDPR guidelines
• maintain confidentiality
• have a desire to participate in school and trust CPD opportunities
• have knowledge of safeguarding
• be willing to contribute to the wider school through our curriculum enrichment and extended school offer.

What we offer

• Comprehensive staff induction program
• Full support and training from a wider team
• Wide range of staff benefits
• Extensive Wellbeing support packageOpportunity for career progression within the trust
• Personalised performance management
• A bespoke package of CPD as required

Training

• A bespoke package of CPD to be arranged as required

For more information

Please read the Job Description (pdf) and Trust Benefits (pdf) or alternatively, please visit our website.

Please contact Sally Boulter by emailing: [e-mail] or contact the school office on 01284 764280

Closing date: 1 pm, 13 November 2026

The Consortium Trust demonstrates and implements safeguarding protocols in all aspects of their working practices and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, and this will include social media checks.