Lead Teacher – SEND Transitions & Early Years (Borough-wide)

Walsall Council; Walsall; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 29 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing and work-life balance

Job summary

Walsall Council is seeking a Best Start in Life Lead Teacher to provide borough-wide specialist educational support, improving transitions from early years into settings for the most vulnerable children.

The role requires regular travel across Walsall, with flexible work locations including Family Hubs and community venues, and an Enhanced DBS check. Commitment to inclusive practice and safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in early years or SEND transitions.
• Ability to work with vulnerable children and families.
• Commitment to inclusion and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide borough-wide specialist educational support to improve transitions from early years to settings for vulnerable children.
• Contribute to Best Start in Life service and improve outcomes for children birth to five.
• Travel across Walsall to support Family Hubs and community venues.

Job description

Walsall Council is seeking a Best Start in Life Lead Teacher to provide borough-wide specialist educational support, improving transitions from early years into settings for the most vulnerable children.

The role requires regular travel across Walsall, with flexible work locations including Family Hubs and community venues, and an Enhanced DBS check. Commitment to inclusive practice and safeguarding is essential.