Join the Founding Team at Havencross School — A New Special Educational Needs and Disabilities School by Phoenix Learning & Care
Recruiting Teachers, Leaders, Therapists, Support roles, Admin & Site Team
We are excited to announce the opening of Havencross School, a new Special Educational Needs and Disabilities School in Denton, Manchester, created by Phoenix Learning & Care, a national organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality education and care.
All of our specialist schools have been regulatory rated as Good, Outstanding or have Outstanding features, reflecting our commitment to excellence, inclusion and pupil-centred practice.
As we prepare to open Havencross School, we are recruiting a founding team of passionate, talented and ambitious individuals across a variety of roles.
Who we are recruiting
We welcome applications for the following roles:
Teaching & Leadership
- Head Teacher / Deputy Head’s
- SENDCo and Inclusion Leads
- Teachers (all phases and subjects considered)
Therapies (Multi-Disciplinary Team)
- Speech & Language Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Creative Therapists (e.g., Art, Drama, Music Therapy)
Phoenix Learning & Care is proud to operate a fully Integrated Multi‑disciplinary Therapy Teams embedded within our Schools. Our Therapists benefit from:
- Daily engagement with Pupils and Team Members
- Clinical autonomy
- Small caseloads
- Strong professional connections across our national network
Support, Admin & Site Teams
- Teaching Assistants
- Administrators, Reception and Office professionals
- Caretakers, Facilities & Site Management
Why join Havencross School?
As a founding member of the Havencross School team, you will have the unique opportunity to help shape:
- A positive, inclusive and nurturing School culture
- A broad and ambitious curriculum tailored to diverse needs
- Strong therapeutic and educational collaboration
- Deep connections with the Denton community and local families
You’ll also benefit from:
- Joining an organisation with a proven record of Good & Outstanding education
- A collaborative, values-led culture
- High-quality CPD, training pathways and career progression opportunities
- A supportive, multidisciplinary environment where every professional’s contribution is valued
Who we’re looking for
We are seeking individuals who are:
- Passionate about improving outcomes for Children
- Flexible, creative and ambitious
- Committed to inclusion and diversity
- Ready to contribute to the development of a new school
- Supportive team players with excellent communication skills
- Dedicated to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
Whether you are experienced or early in your career, we welcome your interest. Apply here and one of our team will be in touch.