The Aspire Federation

Oakfield High School

Long Lane
Hindley Green
Wigan
WN2 4XA

Salary: Grade 8, £33,816 - £37,921 per annum.

37 hours per week, term time plus 3 weeks, working 41 weeks per year

Permanent

Required for as soon as possible

The Role

The successful candidate will be expected to lead and manage Oakfield High School & College’s statutory duties relating to Education Health Care Plans, ensuring full compliance of the federation’s legal duties with the Children and Families Act 2014 and all associated Regulations (i.e. The Special Educational Needs and Disability Regulations, The Special Educational Needs (Personal Budget) regulations etc).

To act as lead manager at Oakfield for the review process of EHC Plans ensuring that the special educational provision set out in the EHC Plan is delivered appropriately and in line with LA and school legal duties, addressing issues or disagreements including where necessary representing the schools in formal disagreement resolution or mediation.

To support the process of change of placement for pupils changing schools.

The successful candidate must have a relevant level 4 qualification or equivalent experience (minimum 3 years’ experience in SEN setting).

Candidates are encouraged to visit our website and social media to discover more about Oakfield High School and The Aspire Federation. Perspective applicants can request further information and ask questions via email to: enquiries@admin.oakfield.wigan.sch.uk

Application forms available online.

Closing date: Sunday 11th October 2026

Interview date: To be confirmed

The federation is committed to ensuring that safeguarding is a top priority; therefore, where appropriate, the federation may check candidates’ social media or other online activity prior to interview.

This process may include a search for the candidate via:

  • Google
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

This list is not inclusive. Any concerns will be addressed during the interview process.

The successful applicant will also be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Aspire Federation has four sites based in Hindley, Bryn, Abram and Leigh. Whilst the post will initially be based at one of the Oakfield sites, please be advised that the post holder may be required to work across all of the federated sites.

‘Aiming High Reaching All’

The Aspire Federation

Aspire is a dynamic and flourishing organisation. Everyone including parents, learners, staff and governors are an important part of our community team where views are encouraged and valued.

We are two outstanding schools and are proud of our exceptional success and numerous achievements. At Aspire we are committed to “Aiming High, Reaching All”.

What is it like to work at Aspire?

At Aspire you will find:

  • A highly professional and driven staff team who support each other.
  • Extensive and high-quality professional development opportunities with a focus upon coaching and mentoring.
  • Real opportunities to thrive and grow.
  • A genuine and bespoke staff wellbeing programme based on our wellbeing charter.
  • A quality environment with high performing staff and learners whose key focus is teaching, learning and professional development.
  • A ‘can do’ ethos.
  • Strong and caring relationships which are the foundation of everything we do.

What are we looking for?

  • At Aspire we welcome applications from people who show:
  • Enthusiasm, commitment and resilience
  • An understanding and application of outstanding classroom practice.
  • A desire and drive that inspires and motivates our young people and colleagues who are able to develop positive relationships.
  • A desire to work as part of a high performing team. A voice and contributes to making our schools the outstanding places they are.
  • A strong knowledge of child development and play/explorative based learning.

Oakfield High School and College

Oakfield is a School and College for learners aged 11-19 years with complex learning needs. We are extremely proud of our school, the achievements of our learners, the expertise, dedication and commitment of our staff, our amazing environment and our reputation for providing an exceptional education to learners in our school and beyond.

‘Learning today for our tomorrow’ encapsulates our deep commitment to raising achievement and future aspirations. Our inspirational learning climate focuses on the whole young person. We have an unshakable belief that every learner has the potential to succeed, achieve, fulfil their dreams and make a valuable contribution to society.

Landgate School

Landgate is a school for learners aged 4-19 with Autism and/or communication and interaction conditions. We are a small school with huge impact, dedicated to improving outcomes for learners and their families in the Wigan borough and beyond. We demonstrate extraordinary dedication, outward thinking and inspirational teaching, learning and sensory practice.

At Landgate, our mission is ‘Bringing Learning to Life’ through readiness and engagement for learning and targeted, purposeful and innovative learning opportunities. Our learners are encouraged to become confident, happy, independent young adults and valued members of the wider community.

At the Aspire Federation, we offer a targeted and comprehensive Professional Development Programme for all of our staff, providing equal opportunities for all.

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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Supporting Documents

↗ Job Description Person Specification
↗ Guidance for Safer Working Practice
↗ DBS Policy Statement – Schools
↗ Childcare Disqualification Requirements

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Location

Long Lane, Hindley Green, Wigan, WN2 4XA, United Kingdom

Job ID

3470