Location: Denholme Primary School, Bradford, UK
Salary: Mainscale - Upper Pay Range £34,069 - £52,835, plus SEN Allowance £3698.50
Contract Type: Permanent
Education Phases: Primary;
Job Roles: Teacher;
Working Patterns: Full-Time;
Application Deadline: Sunday, 15th November 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Expected Working Start Date: January 2027
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Is a Shared Job: No
About us
Northern Star Academies Trust is a thriving family of 15 schools, serving the communities of Keighley, Bradford, Skipton, and Harrogate.
Please refer to our child protection and safeguarding policy and our policy on the employment of ex-offenders (included in the Safer Recruitment Policy)
https://www.nsat.org.uk/information-policies/item/5/policies
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) provides that when applying for certain jobs, certain spent convictions and cautions are protected and they do not need to be disclosed to employers. If they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website and further information about filtering offences can be found in DBS filtering guide
Job Description
Northern Star Academies Trust seek to recruit the very best people to work across our Trust Partnership.
The Specialist Resourced Provision Lead post is to provide vital leadership in our Resource Provision (RPs) and support for the school SENCO as well as a desire to impact across the Trust by supporting the continued development of RPs and internal school provision for children with complex needs.
We are seeking to recruit a talented and dedicated professional to develop and lead a high-quality Specialist Resource Provision (RP) within the school and the flexibility of outlook to work trust-wide, ensuring outstanding teaching, learning, and support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The role involves strategic development, staff leadership, pupil progress monitoring, and fostering an inclusive school and trust culture.
This Specialist Provision is part of a range of provision for children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition in mainstream schools which includes provision within EYFS, KS1 and KS2 at schools. These specialist provisions form one of four strands of support for children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
This role will involve the leadership and management of the school led Resource Provision, working in conjunction with teachers, support staff and a range of other professionals to support the learning and welfare of all targeted pupils. The post holder will provide vision and direction for the team to develop and our Resource Provision to ensure it has a positive impact upon the learning and inclusion of children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition and those with Communication and Interaction needs, enabling them to thrive within the provision, as well as working in partnership with parents/carers and families in order to build confidence and trust.
We welcome visits to our school, please telephone 01274 823123 to arrange, or email recruitment@nsat.org.uk
Northern Star Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Excellent CPD opportunities
- Maternity, Shared Parental, Paternity, and Adoption pay.
- A huge range of discounts to help you save money across hundreds of the UK’s favourite high-street and online retailers through our lifestyle benefits provider Vivup.
Essential Criteria
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Resourced Provision Lead in Bradford employer: Denholme Primary School
Northern Star Academies Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to nurturing both students and staff within a supportive and inclusive environment at Denholme Primary School. With a strong focus on professional development, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative work culture that values resilience and compassion. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while enjoying a rewarding role with competitive benefits and a commitment to excellence.
