Inspire, Lead, Transform: Resource Base Leader Opportunity
Location: Radstock | Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (£3,750) | Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a passionate and experienced teacher with a flair for leadership and a heart for inclusive education? Long-term Teachers is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a vibrant and supportive primary school in Somerset for a Resource Base Leader to head up two specialist KS1 and KS2 bases.
This is your chance to take on a meaningful leadership role that truly transforms lives — in a nurturing school that believes every child, regardless of need, deserves an outstanding education.
Why This Role Is Special
The school has created an inclusive, community-driven environment where every child is known and nurtured. The Resource Bases are specialist provisions for pupils with EHCPs, capped at 10 children per base. You'll lead a dedicated team, shape tailored learning, and work closely with school leaders and external professionals to ensure each child thrives.
What You'll Be Doing
As Resource Base Leader, you'll:
- Lead and manage a team across both bases, supporting up to 20 children.
- Deliver an engaging, personalised curriculum that meets individual EHCP targets.
- Model outstanding teaching and behaviour strategies.
- Drive high-quality provision and continuous development across the team.
- Collaborate with the SENCO, Heads of School, and external agencies to ensure every pupil's success.
- Play an integral role in transition planning and placement consultations.
- Support integration with the main school, when appropriate.
As a class teacher, you'll:
- Create a trauma-informed, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
- Deliver high-quality teaching for pupils with diverse SEND needs.
- Communicate effectively with families and professionals.
- Reflect, adapt, and grow your own practice as part of a dynamic team.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who is:
- A confident teacher with strong experience in SEND and inclusive practice.
- Proactive, reflective, and enthusiastic about problem-solving.
- Skilled in planning for a wide range of learning needs.
- Passionate about supporting both academic progress and social-emotional development.
- A natural leader who inspires, supports and develops others.
- Warm, collaborative, and a great communicator — with a sense of humour!
What You'll Get in Return
- A leadership role with real impact in a well-resourced setting.
- Small class sizes and supportive colleagues.
- Eager, polite and values-driven children.
- Ongoing CPD and genuine career development.
- A welcoming team and positive school culture.
- Generous benefits through the wider Trust, including enhanced parental leave and pension scheme.
Ready to Lead With Purpose?
Apply today through Long-term Teachers, your trusted recruitment partner for education roles that matter.
Start date: September 2025 (negotiable)
For more information or to arrange a school visit, get in touch with Long-term Teachers now.