Class Teacher - Special School

Castle Hill School; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing initiatives

Social events

Pension Fund

Staff development

Free Parking

Cycle to Work

Eye Care

Rewards and discounts

GP Online

Job summary

Castle Hill School in Huddersfield is seeking a dedicated Teacher to join our vibrant team from January 2027. We are a thriving special academy for pupils aged 3-19 with complex learning needs, rated Outstanding in Ofsted.

The role is permanent, full-time, Monday to Friday, with a focus on personalised, high-quality learning and inclusion. We welcome ECTs and experienced teachers who share our commitment to inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Passion for helping children with complex needs.
• High expectations and commitment to excellent outcomes.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised learning experiences for pupils with complex needs.
• Contribute to an inclusive, nurturing learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff to support pupil progression and outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Enthusiasm

Resilience

Flexibility

Relationship building

Creativity

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher to join our motivated and dynamic team from January 2027.

Castle Hill is a thriving special academy for pupils aged 3-19 with severe, profound and complex learning difficulties. Rated Outstanding in each of our four previous Ofsted inspections, we are proud to provide a nurturing, ambitious and inclusive learning environment where every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential.

• Contract: Permanent, full-time.Monday – Friday.
• Closing Date: Monday 12thOctober 2026 at 9am.
• Start Date: 1st January 2026.

Our curriculum is carefully personalised to meet the individual needs of every pupil, delivering

outstanding learning experiences through innovative practice, specialist facilities and a highly

collaborative staff team. With a child-centred approach at its heart, we provide a broad, ambitious and

engaging curriculum that helps every young person develop the skills, confidence and independence

they need to thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about making a meaningful difference

to the lives of children and young people with complex additional needs. Previous special school

experience is not essential, as full support and professional development will be provided. We

welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers who share our

commitment to inclusive education.

Further requirements for the position:

• A passion for helping children and young people with complex needs achieve their very best.
• High expectations and a commitment to delivering excellent outcomes for every pupil.
• The ability to build positive and effective relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Enthusiasm, resilience and a flexible approach to learning and development.
• EThe ability to inspire, motivate and engage learners through creative and personalised approaches.

What you’ll get in return?

You’ll be joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – with numerous wellbeing

initiatives and social events to enjoy each term!

In addition to this you will benefit from:

• Automatic enrolment to the Teacher
• Pension Fund.
• A Supportive and forward-thinking
• Leadership Team.
• Staff development through proactive personal and professional development.
• Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our students.
• Free Parking.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Eye Care.
• Rewards and discounts.
• GP Online and Prescription Service.
• Lifestyle benefits & discounts.

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role.

If our school sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference, then we’d love to hear