Vacancies

Interim Resource Base Leader

Salary: Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS), dependent on experience
Allowances:

SEN Allowance (minimum, in line with STPCD)

Contract: Fixed-term, interim post to cover maternity leave, until July 2027

Frogwell Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, skilled, and committed Interim Resource Base Leader to lead our Complex Needs Resource Base (CNRB). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate teacher to play a key role in shaping high-quality provision for pupils with complex learning needs within a supportive and inclusive school community.

About the Role

The Interim Resource Base Leader will provide professional leadership and direction for the Complex Needs Resource Base, ensuring pupils receive outstanding provision and make strong holistic progress. Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, the successful candidate will lead teaching, learning, assessment, and inclusion within the CNRB, while promoting meaningful links with mainstream provision.

This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on teaching expertise and offers the opportunity to make a significant and lasting difference to pupils’ lives during this interim period.

About You

We are looking for a practitioner who:

Is an excellent classroom teacher with a strong commitment to inclusive practice
Has experience of working with pupils with SEND, including complex learning needs
Has a secure understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and EHCP processes, including Annual Reviews
Can provide clear leadership and professional guidance to staff
Is committed to high expectations, safeguarding, and pupil wellbeing
Is reflective, collaborative, and keen to continue developing professionally

Experience of working within a specialist resource base or leading SEND provision is desirable, but we also welcome applications from candidates ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.

What We Offer

A welcoming, inclusive school with a strong commitment to SEND and pupil wellbeing
A well-established Complex Needs Resource Base with dedicated staff
Supportive leadership and opportunities to work closely with the Senior Leadership Team
High-quality professional development and leadership support
The opportunity to shape and develop provision within an exciting and rewarding role

Frogwell Primary School is an exciting place to work, with a clear vision, strong values, and a commitment to enabling every child to thrive.

Safeguarding

Frogwell Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and other pre-employment checks in line with statutory guidance.

Visits

Visits are warmly welcomed. Please contact our Office Manager:
Vikee Brandebourg
Tel: 01249 652815
Email: admin@frogwell.wilts.sch.uk

How to Apply

For further information, please refer to the job description and personal specification.

Closing date for applications: Thursday, 26th March 2026

Resource Base Class Teacher

Salary: Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS), dependent on experience
Allowances:

SEN Allowance (minimum, in line with STPCD)

Contract: Fixed-term, interim post to cover maternity leave, until July 2027

Frogwell Primary School is seeking to appoint a dedicated, compassionate and skilled Teacher to work within our Complex Needs Resource Base.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher who is committed to inclusive education and making a meaningful difference to the lives of pupils with complex special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

The Role

The successful candidate will teach and support pupils within the school’s Complex Needs Resource Base, working closely with the SENCo, specialist staff, teaching assistants and external professionals to provide high-quality, personalised learning experiences.

You will:

Deliver high-quality teaching tailored to pupils with complex SEND
Plan and implement personalised learning programmes linked to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes
Support pupils’ development across communication, independence, emotional regulation and social skills
Create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment
Work collaboratively with a skilled team of teaching assistants
Liaise effectively with parents/carers and external agencies
Monitor and assess pupil progress and contribute to EHCP reviews and SEND processes
Promote high expectations for learning, behaviour and wellbeing

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree
Has experience delivering high-quality teaching in a primary setting
Is committed to inclusive practice and supporting pupils with SEND
Can adapt teaching to meet a wide range of learning, communication and sensory needs
Has strong behaviour management and a calm, nurturing approach
Works effectively as part of a collaborative team
Has high expectations for pupil progress and wellbeing
Builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families

Experience or Training in the Following Would Be Particularly Valuable:

Teaching pupils with complex SEND
Supporting pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
Autism support strategies
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) or visual communication systems
Positive behaviour support or de-escalation approaches (e.g. Team Teach or similar)
Working alongside external professionals such as speech and language therapists or occupational therapists
Supporting pupils with sensory or communication needs

However, we welcome applications from teachers who are passionate about SEND and willing to develop their expertise through professional development.