Resource Base Teacher (Mainstream Primary)

Job Title: Resource Base Teacher (Mainstream Primary)
Location: Solihull
Salary: Paid to Scale

About the Role

We are seeking a knowledgeable and committed Resource Base Teacher to lead a small specialist provision within a fully inclusive mainstream primary school.

This is a key role at a time of significant national SEND reform. The successful candidate will help shape high-quality provision aligned with the government’s “Every Child Achieving and Thriving” Schools White Paper, ensuring pupils receive effective, inclusive support.

You will work with pupils with a range of additional needs (e.g. autism, speech and language needs, SEMH), supporting access to a broad, ambitious curriculum and facilitating integration into mainstream learning where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver personalised, high-quality teaching within the resource base
• Develop and implement IEPs, ISPs, and EHCP provision in line with current expectations
• Work with class teachers to promote inclusive practice and integration
• Lead and manage support staff
• Monitor progress and adapt provision using evidence-based approaches
• Liaise with families, the SENCO, and external professionals
• Contribute to the school’s Inclusion Strategy and SEND development

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• QTS and experience supporting SEND in a primary setting
• Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive teaching
• Up-to-date knowledge of SEND White Paper reforms, including:
  • Earlier and more consistent mainstream support
  • Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and Educational Health Care Plans (EHCP's)
  • A tiered model (universal, targeted, targeted-plus, specialist)
  • School-led inclusion and local system collaboration
• Ability to translate policy into effective practice
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
• A flexible, reflective, child-centred approach

We Offer:

• A welcoming, inclusive school community
• A forward-thinking leadership team
• CPD linked to SEND reforms
• Training including Thrive and Paediatric First Aid
• Well-resourced provision and strong professional support
• Opportunity to shape provision during national change

How to Apply

Submit your CV online or email Alex at alexandra.fitzgerald@teachingpersonnel.com

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