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
There are currently no vacancies
Non-teaching Vacancies
Finance Manager
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and friendly person to join and share the management of our committed and hardworking Finance Team.
The postholder will work closely with the CFO of One Community Trust and will need to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and discretion. The successful candidate is expected to hold a recognised level 4 financial management qualification and be highly proficient in both verbal and written communication, and the use of ICT. Full training and comprehensive support will be provided to ensure the continued smooth operation of the team.
Main responsibilities include:
- Management of Birchwood Community High School’s financial accounts.
To support the CFO in the implementation of the finance systems as part of the overall Trust, providing advice and support to school staff on a proactive basis identifying areas for improvement and applying best practice - Manage the school finance team and enhance their effectiveness through promoting the highest standards of financial probity and value for money within the Academy Maintain robust and effective financial control, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and the requirements of the Trust
- Provide effective budget management by providing regular training and reports to budget holders.
- Maintain confidentiality surrounding financial information at all times.
This rewarding role would be perfect for an experienced finance professional seeking a new challenge in a supportive friendly environment where staff can achieve their highest potential. We are a recently expanded Trust with plans for further expansions.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this legal requirement. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formally CRB).
Please see the linked documents below for further details. If, prior to submitting an application, you would like to see for yourself why we believe this is such a fabulous school in which to work, then do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a visit.
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £39,152 – £42,839 FTE (Term time also available if preferred).
Salary Grade: NJC Grade 8
Contract Term: Permanent
Contract Type: 37 hours per week.
Closing date for application: Friday 9th January 2026.
Please return to joinus@birchwoodhigh.org
Finance Manager – Application Pack
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Teaching Assistant Level 3
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.
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
Please see the linked documents below for further details. If, prior to submitting an application, you would like to see for yourself why we believe this is such a fabulous school in which to work, then do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a visit.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this legal requirement. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formally CRB).
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £26,824 – £29,540 FTE. (Actual pay is £19,488-£21,461).
Salary Grade: NJC Grade 5
Contract Term: Fixed term (until 31st August 2026 in the first instance).
Contract Type: 31.25 hours per week, Term Time only, plus 5 INSET days
Closing date for application: Wednesday 21st January 2026 at 9am.
Please return to joinus@birchwoodhigh.org
Teaching Assistant Level 3 (SEMH) – Job Advert
Teaching Assistant Level 3 (SEMH) – Application Pack
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Teaching Assistant 1:1
The school is looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic individual to undertake the role of Teaching Assistant. The role will primarily involve supporting a student (1:1) in the classroom, preparing additional resources and delivering personalised intervention programs for key students.
All necessary training will be provided and you will be warmly welcomed into a team of professionals who work to support students with a variety of additional needs including those with an Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP).
As well as experienced TAs, we are interested in hearing from applicants who may be considering a change in career or would like to gain experience working in the education sector or wish to make a move from a primary to secondary setting.
Please see the linked documents below for further details. If, prior to submitting an application, you would like to see for yourself why we believe this is such a fabulous school in which to work, then do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a visit.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this legal requirement.
The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formally CRB).
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: NJC Grade 4 £25,989 – £26,403 FTE. (Actual pay is £18,881-£19,182)
Salary Grade: NJC Grade 4 (Points 6-7)
Contract Term: Fixed Term – until 31st August 2027 in the first instance
Contract Type: 31.25 hours per week Term Time Only plus 5 inset days
Teaching Assistant (1:1) – Job Advert
Teaching Assistant (1:1) – Application Pack
Closing date for application: Wednesday 21st January 2025 at 9.00am.
Please return to joinus@birchwoodhigh.org
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Creatve Arts Technician
Birchwood Community High School is seeking a talented, proactive and Creative Arts Technician to join our busy and lively Drama, Music and Arts Department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with professional experience in live and recorded sound who wants to inspire young people in a forward-thinking, values-led School.
Working with staff and students across Years 7–11, you will support the delivery of an outstanding Music, Music Technology and Drama curriculum, as well as Co-Curricular activities, concerts, tours and live events. You will take the lead on live sound, recording and media production, ensuring our performances and projects are delivered to professional standards.
Main responsibilities include:
- To support teaching colleagues with the delivery of high quality of learning and experience for students within the Creative Arts Departments.
- To provide effective administration, operational and technical support within the Creative Arts Departments.
- To effectively support regular extra-curricular activities.
- To provide technical and operational support for whole school events
This rewarding role would be perfect for an experienced creative arts professional seeking a new challenge in a supportive friendly environment where staff can achieve their highest potential. We are a recently expanded Trust with plans for further expansions.
Please see the linked documents below for further details. If, prior to submitting an application, you would like to see for yourself why we believe this is such a fabulous school in which to work, then do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a visit.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this legal requirement.
The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formally CRB).
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: NJC Grade 4 £25,989 – £26,403 FTE. (Actual pay is £15,709)
Salary Grade: NJC Grade 4
Contract Term: Permanent
Contract Type: 26 hours per week
Creative Arts Technician – Job Advert
Creative Arts Technician – Application Pack
Closing date for application: Wednesday 21st January 2025 at 9.00am.
Please return to joinus@birchwoodhigh.org
Interview Date: To be confirmed
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.
