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Birtenshaw; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sensory facilities

Group Income Protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Career progression

Training opportunities

Staff recognition

Staff Council

Job summary

Birtenshaw School Fazakerley is seeking an experienced Head of Department (SEN Teacher) to join our dedicated team. You will have strategic oversight of the curriculum and lead teaching staff to meet high standards.

With at least two years of teaching experience, you will work within the Senior Leadership Team, ensuring compliance with legislation and Ofsted requirements while shaping a creative, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of at least 2 years teaching in SEN.
• Active and forward-looking role in curriculum development and school improvement.
• Ability to lead and manage teaching staff to meet professional standards.
• Commitment to safeguarding and compliance with Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate as part of the Senior Leadership Team at Birtenshaw School, Merseyside.
• Develop the school’s curriculum and oversee teaching standards.
• Manage teaching staff and ensure that professional expectations are met.
• Contribute to the development of the school and compliance with legislation and safeguarding.

Job description

Birtenshaw is looking to appoint an experienced Head of Department (SEN Teacher): Pathway Three, with at least 2 years teaching

experience, to work within our school in Fazakerley.

About Us .......

Birtenshaw School Merseyside is an independent special school offering education for children aged 3-19 who have an EHCP

(Education Health Care Plan), for pupils with significant physical impairment, complex health needs,learning disability and / or

Autistic Spectrum Conditions.

Our dynamic and passionate staff are committed to the Birtenshaw vision of ‘Transforming Lives’. We ensure that pupils receive the

same learning and social opportunities as other pupils; which we achieve by providing facilities which are second to none and a

creative curriculum tailored to meet their needs.

With dedicated staff, a unique approach and purpose built facilities: we provide a supportive, safe and happy environment; where

all young people receive the support they need.

The physical environment is of vital consideration when setting the climate for learning. The building is airy and spacious and

provides a calm and safe environment in which pupils can thrive. Adopting a “Total Communication” approach means that we view all

behaviour as communication, assessing the function of the behaviour and supporting pupils to communicate more effectively, leading

to lower anxiety and improved relationships.

Overall Purpose of Job

• To operate as part of the Senior Leadership Team at Birtenshaw School, Merseyside.
• To have an active and forward-thinking role in the development of the school’s curriculum.
• To manage teaching staff and ensure that all teaching standards are met.
• To be an active part in the development of the school, as a whole.
• To ensure that all legislation and Ofsted requirements are followed and met.

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What we offer

• Purpose built facilities including: a sensory soft play room, multi-sensory room with immersive technology, sensory integration room, rebound therapy room and a 25 metre hydrotherapy pool with multi-sensory sound and light system
• Group Income Protection Scheme. This provides a guaranteed income for employees who are unable to work as a result of illness
• Employee Assistance Programme. A 24 hour helpline to support you through any of life’s issued or problems.
• Free parking
• Excellent Career Progression – opportunities for staff who want to climb the career ladder.
• Training Opportunities – we have an extensive range of training available delivered by experienced practitioners.
• Staff recognition schemes such as employee of the month and long service awards.
• Staff Council – Gives a voice to staff members to suggest and implement change.

Employee Obligations & Checks

• All employees are required to committed to implementing Birtenshaw Group policies and procedures to ensure the health, safety and general welfare of children and adults
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, this means that any potential employee is still required to disclose what would normally be considered a “spent” conviction.
• An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in confidence and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed via DBS website.
• All offers of employment are made subject to safeguarding / pre-employment checks including satisfactory references, pre-employment medical, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other

Closing Date: 16/009/2026 at 09.00am

Interviews: 23/09/2026

The Birtenshaw Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users and expects all employees to

share and uphold this commitment.