Class Teacher

Oak Partnership; Martock; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill View School in Martock, Somerset is seeking a Class Teacher to join our SEMH setting for learners aged 5–16. The post is permanent, full time, with MPS-UPS dependent on experience and a SEN allowance.

You will be adaptable, resilient, creative and capable of leading a small class team while engaging learners with motivating, innovative teaching within a supportive, forward-thinking staff.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a SEMH setting or with vulnerable learners.
• Ability to engage learners in motivating and creative ways.
• Evidence of resilient and adaptable teaching approach.

Responsibilities

• Teach mixed-age classes (5–16) within Hill View School.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons to meet SEMH needs.
• Collaborate with the wider team and support staff.
• Maintain safeguarding and promote wellbeing.

Skills

Adaptable and passionate

Resilient and emphatic

Positive, reflective and creative

Forward-thinking

Lead small class staff

Job description

# Class TeacherEmployer: Hill View SchoolLocation: Martock, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: MPS - UPS dependent on experience + SEN allowancePosted: 30th September 2026Expires: 18th October 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1576728Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesJob Reference: HV-022* Share :* Print**Class Teacher Vacancy at Hill View School**If you are looking for a career opportunity to help continue to shape our SEMH school, make a significant impact, and real difference, while applying and developing your skills and knowledge further, then this is the post for you!Are you a resilient, enthusiastic, energetic and effective teacher? Are you passionate about education, have high aspirations for young people and have the ability to engage learners in a motivating and creative manner? If so, come and join our team.This is an exciting opportunity to influence the direction of Hill View School to further improve the lives of some of the most vulnerable children and young people in South Somerset. Hill View School is a special school providing education for learners aged 5 - 16 years (mixed), with Social and Emotional Mental Health as the identified primary need.**“Be the best you. Build the best us”****The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate they are**:* Adaptable and passionate, with the drive to ensure our learners receive the best possible education.* Resilient and emphatic.* Positive, reflective and creative, with a flexible approach.* Forward-thinking, inspirational, and receptive to change.* Able to work within the larger school team and manage a small team of class staff.* Able to respond calmly to challenging behaviour with sensitivity and resilience.**In return we can offer you:*** The opportunity to teach within a forward thinking and supportive team.* A structured induction programme.* Excellent professional development opportunities.* A supportive community and a committed team of staff that are equally determined to give learners the best possible opportunities.* A strong commitment to staff well-being.Salary: MPS - UPS (dependent on experience) plus SEN allowanceJob type: Full Time, PermanentStart date: As soon as possible**Recruitment Timeline**:Closing Date 18 October 2026Shortlisting 19 October 2026Interviews 21st October 2026**How to apply -**To support your application please outline your skills, experience, and suitability for the role as specified in the job description and specification.### Attachments01 - TOP Teacher JD - May 2025 (5)### Safeguarding Statement:Hill View School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.