Vacancies
Birchwood Community High School is an OFSTED ‘Good’ School (October 2018 OFSTED Report). We are on an exciting journey with extremely high levels of student engagement and rapidly improving examination results. We hold the very highest aspirations for all members of the school community and are delighted to offer you the opportunity to join our ‘no blame’ coaching culture and be part of our success as we relentlessly strive to raise standards even further.
Our Vision
Team Birchwood believe in the power of aspiration, knowledge and kindness. We know that we achieve our best when we work together.
We are a highly successful Community High School & College. You will be joining a vibrant and energetic work environment and join a highly committed group of staff and students who are ambitious for their future and proud of their school.
Latest Vacanices
Teaching Vacancies
Teaching Assistant Level 3 (SEMH)
Job – Title Teaching Assistant Level 3 (SEMH)
Scale – Grade 5
Salary Range – £24,702 – £27,334 FTE. (Actual pay is £17,946-£19,859)
Contract – Full Time – Permanent 31.25 hours per week, Term Time only, plus 5 INSET days
Birchwood Community High School is a thriving school at the heart of community life and continues to grow and flourish. We have a vacancy to join our Designated Provision for children with ASD which is opening in September 2024.
The person appointed will:-
• Ideally have experience of working with children in an educational setting and it would be desirable to have some experience of working with children with special educational needs/ASD. However, for the right candidate we would be prepared to appoint someone who has not worked in an educational setting.
• Have experience of or be willing to implement interventions and strategies to overcome barriers to learning in order to speed up academic progress
• Support children who can display challenging behaviour
• Be a team player with a good sense of humour
• Have a sensitive but enthusiastic approach
• Be willing to undertake first aid training and Team Teach training
In return, we will offer you:-
• exceptionally supportive parents and governors
• a commitment to your professional development
• an opportunity to be part of a thriving school community
• a beautiful working environment, both inside and out
• to be part of a hardworking, dedicated team
Our trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Further details can be found at www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service.
This position is subject to a disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Key dates
Application Deadline: Monday 29th June 9am
Interview: TBC
Required: ASAP
Application forms should be returned to joinus@birchwoodhigh.org
Non-teaching Vacancies
Senior IT Technician - One Community Trust
Job – Title Senior IT Technician
Reporting To – Trust IT Manager
Scale – Grade 6 SCP 15 – 22
Salary Range – £27,803 – £31,365
Contract – Full Time – Permanent
Responsible For Supporting Trust IT and Network Services
The Trustees of One Community Trust are looking to recruit a Senior IT Technician.
The successful candidate must be able to work independently as well as part of a team and be flexible enough to meet the operational needs of our Trust. They will work closely with the Trust IT Manager and as part of the Trust IT Central Team to support our schools within the Trust. This role provides the opportunity to work alongside a very experienced IT Manager to enhance and develop their skillset in all aspects of IT management and maintenance.
If you have the enthusiasm, commitment and a desire to be an active member of our IT Central Team we would welcome your application. We are seeking an organised individual with a can-do approach who will work in a solution focused way to the ever-changing demands of a busy environment.
Our trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Further details can be found at www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service.
This position is subject to a disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
In return, we can offer you:
- The prospect of joining an exciting, forward thinking Trust with a welcoming and caring ethos
- A wealth of opportunities for professional development
- A highly committed, enthusiastic team who love to laugh
- Access to our cycle to work scheme
- Access to retailers discounts that are exclusive to school staff
Further details including person specification, job description and application form are available by request to octadmin@onecommunitytrust.co.uk or on our website. Completed application forms should be emailed to octadmin@onecommunitytrust.co.uk.
Informal visits to the trust are welcome. Please email Kev Nickson on knickson@birchwoodhigh.org if you would like to arrange a visit.
Key dates
Application Deadline: Friday August 9 – 9am
Shortlisting: Friday August 9 – midday
Interview: Wednesday 14 August
Required: ASAP
One Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointments are subject to enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service. This post is not available for job share. One Community Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
Our teachers have:
Excellent teaching skills.
Experience of leading people, a curriculum area and aspects of teaching and learning.
An awareness of the national educational picture and an interest in educational research.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High expectations of all and commitment to all aspects of school life.
An open, empathetic and collaborative approach to leadership.
Flexibility, energy and imagination.
Passion and drive to help the school realise its vision.
We will offer you:
An outstanding, positive ethos where staff thrive, students enjoy and achieve.
A school and college that is genuinely at the heart of its community.
Staff and Governors who are committed, talented and highly motivated.
A wide range of professional development opportunities.
First class learning facilities including public library and sports centre with a 3G pitch.
Easy access to Liverpool, Manchester and the Cheshire countryside.
If emailing your application or require further information, please contact Mrs Jane Calderbank, PA to the Headteacher.
