Teacher Vacancies:

Assistant Headteacher - Mill Ford Riverside

Salary: Leadership Scale Points 6 – 8 (FTE £56,316 - £59,167) dependent on experience

This position will be based at Mill Ford Riverside located in St Budeaux

Inspiring Leadership Opportunity for a Special School Assistant Headteacher

Are you an experienced and passionate educator looking for the next step in your leadership journey? Do you have the drive to make a profound impact on the lives of children with severe and profound learning needs?

Mill Ford School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Headteacher to lead and inspire within our specialist provision, based in a thriving mainstream primary school. This is an exciting opportunity to join a committed team, ensuring exceptional education for primary-aged pupils with complex learning needs while also playing a pivotal role in improving whole-school attendance.

The Role:

As Assistant Headteacher, you will:
 

• Teach & Lead – Deliver high-quality, engaging learning experiences for primary-aged children with severe and profound learning needs. Support and develop an outstanding curriculum tailored to individual needs.
    
• Inspire & Support – Lead and mentor staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team. Champion best practices in SEND education.
     
• Drive Attendance Improvement – Take strategic responsibility for whole-school attendance, developing initiatives that support engagement and reduce absence.
   

• Work in Partnership – Collaborate with colleagues across, promoting inclusion and shared learning. Engage with parents, carers, and external professionals to provide holistic support for every child.

About You:

• Qualified teacher with leadership experience in a special education setting.
     
• Passionate about SEND, with expertise in supporting children with severe and profound learning difficulties.
     
• A strategic thinker with the ability to lead whole-school attendance improvements.
     
• Committed to building a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
     
• A confident communicator who can engage with staff, families, and multi-agency professionals. 

Why Join Us?

- A supportive, forward-thinking leadership team dedicated to professional growth.

- The chance to shape a unique, specialist provision within a mainstream setting.

- A rewarding role where you will see the tangible impact of your work every day.

- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you would like to discuss this role further please contact Claire Wills, Headteacher, via the school. The Headteacher will also host a visit to Mill Ford at Riverside for potential applicants on Wednesday 12^th March 2025, if you would like to book a space for the visit please contact the school.

If you are ready to make a difference and take on this rewarding leadership role, we would love to hear from you.

Job Description:Assistant Headteacher Riverside

Person Specification: Assistant Headteacher Riverside

Teaching Staff Application Form

Closing date: Midday Monday 24^th March 2025

Shortlisting: Monday 24th March 2025 - pm

Interviews: Wednesday 02^nd April 2025

Candidates invited to interview should be aware that the interview process will take place over the course of a full day.

We are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people, and expect all staff to share this commitment – all appointments are subject to a number of safeguarding checks including and enhanced DBS disclosure.

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Class Teacher

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: MPS/UPS + 1 SEN Point

Start Date: September 2025

We are looking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and motivated teacher to join our Outstanding School from September 2025. The successful candidate will be able to work with their class team and colleagues to create an exciting learning environment and enable our pupils to fulfil their potential.

We are looking for candidates who: -

• Will put a pupil’s well-being at the forefront of all they do
• Have a clear understanding of current SEND practice and theory to meet the individual needs of our amazing pupils
• Are well organised, able to use their initiative and be able to work as an active member of the school team in addition to successfully leading a team of Teaching Assistants
• Have effective communication, resilience and Thrive behaviour management skills
• Are imaginative and creative with their planning 

A Role Profile, Person Specification and application form are available using the links below:

Role Profile - Class Teacher

Person Specification - Class Teacher

Teaching Staff Application Form

Application Deadline: 28 April 2025 - Midday

Shortlisting: 28 April 2025 - pm

Interview date: 7 May 2025

Candidates invited to interview should be aware that the interview process will take place over the course of a full day.

For an informal chat, or to arrange a visit, please telephone Claire Wills (Head Teacher) on 01752 300270.

Mill Ford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS will be required to be undertaken and online/Social Media checks maybe completed.

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Support Staff Vacancies:

IT Technician

Salary Scale Grade E point 15 – 20 FTE £29,093 - £31,586 (pro rata £12,667 - £13,752)

20.00 Hours per week – 42 weeks per year, permanent contract

This position will be based at Mill Ford Rochford in the first instance.

Are you passionate about technology and making a difference in a special school environment? If so, Mill Ford School is looking for a part-time IT Technician to join our dynamic team.

You will play a key role in supporting the school's technology needs, ensuring all IT systems run smoothly and efficiently.

Your expertise will help adapt IT solutions to meet the unique educational needs of our students.

What We Offer:

• An Outstanding special school for amazing children and young people who have severe learning difficulties.
• Fantastic supportive staff and a nurturing environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.

• Health and Wellbeing package including Physio support, Counselling and Mindfulness, GP phone and video consultations
• Access to the cycle to work scheme with Plymouth City Council along with other Plymouth City Council Employee discounts
• An opportunity to join the school at a time of growth. 

Join us in our mission to provide outstanding education and support to our students.

For full details and to apply to be part of our dedicated team, please use the links below:

IT Technician Role Profile

IT Technician Person Spec

Support Staff Application Form

Mill Ford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.

Mill Ford School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage, or civil partners

Closing date: Midday Tuesday 22^nd April 2025

Shortlisting: Tuesday 22^nd April 2025 - pm

Interviews: Tuesday 29^th April 2025

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Mill Ford Supply Bank: 

•  Applications for our Supply Bank are currently closed.