Class Teacher

​​ROLE​ : Class Teacher Salary Range: MPS/UPS+ £2,786 : SEN Allowance Location: ​The Heights Academy, Auckland Dr, Birmingham, B36 0DD​ Contract: Full time, Permanent, Term-Time Only Start Date: ​ January 2027

Job Overview:

At Forward Education Trust we clearly state our mission - empowering children and young people to live their best lives. This is encompassed in our 3 core values: working together with purpose; nurturing potential; inspiring success. An exciting opportunity has arisen for Class Teacher to join The Heights Academy. The Heights Academy opened in September 2023 in a brand-new build, and this is a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of the next stage of the journey of growth and development. Initially we are open to pupils in Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, but over time, will grow to cater for 116 pupils across Key Stage 2, 3 and 4. All of our pupils have an EHCP with a diagnosis of Autism.

The successful candidate will:

Be passionate about developing children as independent learners and thinkers.

Eager to develop excellent teaching practice and create a learning environment where all pupils can achieve their best.

Be committed to making learning experiences memorable and fun.

Be an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and work effectively as part of a team. Have experience of working in a special school setting

Hold Qualified Teacher Status

Benefits:

Forward Education Trust is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest quality staff. To do this, we have an Employee Value Proposition offering a range of benefits to help our staff on a personal and professional level, which includes: Teachers' Pension Scheme FET HUB - information all in one place, access to a range of benefits Paid for Health Cash Plan - employee and dependent children benefit - option to add partner Staff voice - consultation with staff on a range of issues and ideas Comprehensive induction and probation support and a supportive appraisal system Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential advice, with face-to-face consultations Learning and development - including online learning and other resources Access to discounts and offers from Reward Gateway and My Perks Mental Health First Aiders Wellbeing package and family friendly policies Rewards and awards throughout the year, in line with Trust behaviours and values

Candidates are encouraged to visit the school and/or call to have an informal conversation with the headteacher, Lisa Walker T: 0121 269 6000 E: info@heights.fet.ac Closing Date for Applications: ​Monday 19 October 2026 Interview Date: Thursday 22 October 2026