Teacher (GCSE Specialist Subject) Birchwood School, Cardiff Full-Time – 37.5 hours per week | Term Time Only | Permanent Salary: £21,501 – £38,628 per annum
Join Birchwood School During an Exciting Period of Growth!
Due to the continued expansion of Birchwood School, we are delighted to be recruiting an additional Secondary Teacher with a specialist subject to teach up to GCSE level. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing specialist school where your expertise will directly support the development of new provision and positively impact more pupils than ever before.
Birchwood School, part of Orbis Education & Care, supports children and young people with Autism, social, emotional and mental health needs, and complex barriers to learning. Our nurturing, therapeutic environment enables pupils to feel safe, understood and empowered to succeed — and our staff are central to making that happen.
About the Role
As a Secondary Teacher at Birchwood School, you will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in your specialist subject area up to GCSE level. You will tailor learning to each pupil’s individual needs, ensuring they can access the curriculum and achieve meaningful progress.
You’ll work closely with learning support assistants, therapists, care staff and families to create a positive, inclusive classroom where pupils can thrive academically, emotionally and socially.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Planning and delivering high‑quality lessons in your specialist subject up to GCSE level
- Adapting teaching to meet a wide range of learning needs and abilities
- Creating a calm, structured and supportive learning environment
- Using positive behaviour support strategies in line with school policies
- Monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress
- Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and parents/carers
- Supporting pupils’ wellbeing, including personal care where required
- Promoting safeguarding, equality and inclusion at all times
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- GCSEs (A*–C or equivalent), including English and Maths
- Strong subject knowledge in your specialist area
- A child‑centred approach and passion for inclusive education
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to support complex needs
- Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
Desirable:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Experience teaching at secondary level, ideally up to GCSE
- Experience working with pupils with Autism, SEMH or additional learning needs
- Confidence working within a multidisciplinary team
- A creative, flexible and reflective approach to teaching and learning
Why Join Birchwood School?
- Be part of an expanding school with opportunities to grow alongside it
- Small class sizes with high levels of support
- A welcoming, supportive and values‑led school culture
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
- Term‑time only working to support work‑life balance
- The chance to make a genuine, lasting difference every day
Please note: This role involves regulated activity with children and requires an Enhanced DBS Check, including a Barred List Check. Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) is essential.
If you’re a secondary teacher looking to join a specialist school at an exciting time of growth — where your impact truly matters — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your teaching career at Birchwood School, Cardiff.
Orbis Education & Care is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
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