SRP Teacher - Ref: TV32125

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Walsall; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Walsall is looking for a full-time teacher to cover a maternity leave in their Specialist Resourced Provision. The ideal candidate will possess qualities that inspire learning and create engaging educational experiences, particularly for children with special needs. Applications are welcomed from energetic and enthusiastic individuals who want to be part of a dedicated team fostering inclusion and growth.

Benefits

Tailor-made induction programme

Support from experienced SENDCo

Continuous professional development opportunities

Friendly and supportive colleagues

Qualifications

• Experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) preferred.
• Ability to create engaging learning experiences.
• Willingness to adapt teaching methods based on children's needs.

Responsibilities

• Cover maternity leave for a teacher in the SRP.
• Inspire children and ensure they enjoy learning.
• Collaborate with support staff and other professionals.

Skills

Inspirational teaching

Team collaboration

Innovative teaching

Reflective practice

Job description

Overview

Teacher Vacancy for our Specialist Resourced Provision - Maternity Cover Contract

St James Academy

Lighthouse MAT

Full Time

M1-UPS3 plus SEN Allowance

Start date: Monday 23 February 2026

We are seeking to recruit a teacher to cover a maternity leave within our Specialist Resource Provision (SRP). Our provision is for 16 children (EYFS/KS1 and KS2) with an autism diagnosis and/or communication and interaction needs. The teaching vacancy is in the room for the 8 older children (KS1-2) although there will be an initial 5-week period of cover in the EYFS/KS1 classroom (8 pupils). You will be working alongside our skilled team of support staff. We also benefit from the strong network we have created with staff from other SRPs across Walsall, working collaboratively to further develop and enhance our good practice.

Our school is part of the Lighthouse MAT, a group of 9 strong schools across Walsall, all graded ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ (OFSTED). We have developed an excellent network of collaborative practice with a strong focus on staff development. We are a fully inclusive academy (and MAT) and enjoy the challenge of meeting the needs of every child in a unique way.

If you are an energetic, enthusiastic and outstanding teacher, we want you at St James Academy where children are encouraged to ‘share, care, achieve and believe’! You will inspire our children, ensuring they make good progress and enjoy learning. Specialisms in SEN and SEMH would be an advantage.

Requirements

You should:

• be an inspirational teacher;
• create an irresistible learning experience for every single child;
• believe that all behaviour is communication of an unmet need;
• believe that every day, in every way, everyone matters;
• love working as part of a team;
• be a courageous, innovative teacher who’s not afraid to try something new and learn from that;
• be a reflective practitioner, adapting your practice in response to children’s changing needs;

We can offer

We can offer:

• a tailor-made induction programme (whatever your career stage) including opportunities for developing practice in our own and other schools in Walsall;
• the support of a highly experienced SENDCo, a specialist teacher of teaching and learning and a curriculum specialist;
• opportunities for CPD;
• opportunities to shadow other colleagues, learning from the best;
• supportive, fun, dedicated, creative and talented colleagues;
• the best children and families;
• an exceptionally strong Governing Body and MAT Trustees Board.

How to apply

If you can see yourself being part of our team and our exciting future, you can request an application pack by emailing [e-mail]

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed.

Application deadlines

Closing date for receipt of applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 12 January 2026, with interviews being held soon after.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, keeping children safe in education and promoting British Values in school, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to 2 satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and proof of the Right to Work in the UK.

From September 2022, all schools are required to conduct an online search for any shortlisted candidates, as part of the safer recruitment process. The person carrying out these checks will not be involved in carrying out interviews or making recruitment decisions.

Please note that we will also begin to seek references if you are shortlisted for the role.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check along with relevant employment checks.