Teacher (EHCP Co-ordinator) - The Orchard School

Wmjobs; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Orchard School in Oldbury, West Midlands, seeks good/outstanding teachers to join an exceptional team. You will be a capable classroom practitioner with experience supporting pupils with diverse needs and a commitment to inclusive learning environments.

The post combines 2.5 days as a class teacher and 2.5 days as an EHCP Co-ordinator. Applicants should be prepared for safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS process.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience and a genuine passion for the education of pupils with a wide range of needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive teaching across a range of needs.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare checks as required.
• Coordinate EHCP activities as part of the role.

Skills

Teaching

Inclusion

Safeguarding

Job description

Are you a talented and dedicated teacher who is ready to take on a new challenge? Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of pupils with diverse needs? If so, we have the perfect role for you!

The Orchard School is seeking to appoint good/outstanding teachers to join our exceptional team. As an exemplary classroom practitioner, you will bring your wealth of experience, enthusiasm, and motivation to our vibrant and forward‑looking school.

At The Orchard School, we believe in nurturing every child's potential through a welcoming ethos and strong partnerships with families and other agencies. Our commitment to collaboration ensures that our pupils receive the best possible support and education. We are proud to be a dynamic school that values innovation and embraces new approaches.

To excel in these roles, you must have extensive experience and a genuine passion for the education of pupils with a wide range of needs. Your dedication to their growth and development will be evident in your teaching practice and your ability to create engaging and inclusive learning environments.

We understand the importance of finding the right fit, which is why we encourage you to visit our school. Experience our friendly atmosphere and witness the incredible work being done by our dedicated staff and pupils. Visits to the school are welcome

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post

Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website The Orchard School - Home

We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We are a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing disabled people and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

This post is not suitable for ECT.

Hours

Full time, (2.5 days class teacher/2.5 days EHCP Co‑ordinator)

Grade

Teachers Main Pay Range – Upper Pay Range (£32,916 – £51,048 per annum) plus SEN and TLR 2b allowance

Location

The Orchard School, Causeway Green Road, Oldbury, West Midlands

Closing date

Monday 12th October 2026 9.00 am

Shortlisting

Tuesday 13th October 2026

Interviews

Wednesday 21st October 2026