Class Teacher

OFG Education; Stapleford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking a Class Teacher for Hemlock Stone School in Stapleford, Nottinghamshire. The role is permanent and term-time only, with salary from £42,000 per annum depending on experience.

You will deliver personalised lessons to students with additional needs, build a nurturing classroom, and work with families, therapists and colleagues to maximise success.

Start January 2027; UK applicants only; commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Passionate about helping students with additional needs achieve potential.
• Creative, adaptable and committed to delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Genuine desire to make a lasting difference to young people's lives.
• Experience within SEN, Autism, SEMH or specialist education welcomed.
• Knowledge or qualifications in IT or Music would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons that inspire learning.
• Create a positive, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs.
• Set ambitious targets and celebrate every achievement, big or small.
• Work closely with families, therapists and colleagues to maximise student success.
• Support students to develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Help students prepare for successful futures both in and beyond education.

Skills

SEN-focused teaching

Creative

Adaptable

Engaging learning

Relationship building

Driven to make a difference

Education

QTS or equivalent

Tools

IT knowledge

Music knowledge

Job description

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Class Teacher

Hemlock Stone School

• Stapleford
• Permanent

Salary: From £42,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

At OFG Education we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work

Job Title: Class Teacher
Location: Hemlock Stone School, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire, NG9 8GA
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: From £42,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2027
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Be the teacher who helps students believe in themselves.

At our specialist school, success is measured by far more than academic results. It's the confidence gained, the barriers overcome, and the life-changing moments that happen every day. As a Class Teacher, you'll have the opportunity to inspire, support, and transform the lives of students with additional needs, helping them achieve things they never thought possible.

If you're looking for a role where your impact is seen, valued and celebrated, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging, creative and personalised lessons that inspire learning.
• Create a positive, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs.
• Set ambitious targets and celebrate every achievement, big or small.
• Work closely with families, therapists and colleagues to maximise student success.
• Support students to develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Help students prepare for successful futures both in and beyond education.

Who we are looking for

• Hold QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Be passionate about helping students with additional needs achieve their potential.
• Be creative, adaptable and committed to delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Have a genuine desire to make a lasting difference to young people's lives.

Experience within SEN, Autism, SEMH or specialist education is welcomed but not essential. Knowledge, experience or qualifications in IT or Music would be an advantage.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our School

Hemlock Stone School in Stapleford, Nottinghamshire opened in March 2026, and caters for up to 66 students, providing a specialist learning environment for young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Complex Needs.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales

Wherever you work – whether in a city location or one of our more rural settings – you’ll be part of one dynamic family, aiming high and dreaming big, and helping the people we work with achieve their own personal goals

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

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