Cover Teacher

THE ROYAL SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND CHARITY, LIVERPOOL

Judged by OFSTED as Strong in all areas, we are a non-profit, non-maintained special school based in Wavertree Liverpool. We educate and care for pupils with special, visual, sensory, and complex needs aged 2-19.  We also offer an after-school club, parental support, and intervention support for our pupils. We have a strong multi-disciplinary team including occupational therapy, habilitation, physio, nursing, speech and language, music therapy and other specialists. All of our staff are highly trained including qualified teachers of the visually impaired, multi-sensory impaired, habilitation and other specialisms. Our facilities, specialist environment and grounds are carefully adapted to meet the needs of our pupils and young adults. All this ensures a focus on independence, with a team around the child approach.

Dates: Ideally from November 2026 until the end of July 2028

COVER TEACHER

We are seeking to recruit a qualified, enthusiastic and experienced SEND teacher with a passion for enhancing the quality of life for every child within a family-focussed environment, where every child can thrive and be happy. Applicants should state any specialist subjects and knowledge of the EQUALS curriculum would be desirable, as independence is a big part the pupils learning opportunities, both in school and out in the community.

It is desirable that you have experience of working with children with visual impairment, multiple disabilities, medical needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties and be able to work as part of a team. You will have an adaptable and flexible outlook and have good listening skills with the ability to be firm but compassionate in nature.

Personal care including changing, feeding and medical support, as well as swimming are expected as part of the role.

In this role you will act as line manager for TA’s within the support team. This will involve supervision, appraisal and wellbeing support where appropriate.

For a full and person specification, please find them attached. Please note we do not accept CVs. Please complete an application form and send it to View email address on tes.com

Applications are welcomed from those with enthusiasm and commitment. The Charity considers Safeguarding to be its highest priority. This post is subject to a range of pre-employment checks in line with Safer Recruitment.