Classroom Teacher

The Forest School; Knaresborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forest School in the United Kingdom is seeking a Classroom Teacher to shape futures. You may teach across the curriculum for both primary and secondary levels, with all pupils including those with SEND. The role welcomes experienced SEND practitioners and mainstream teachers looking to move into specialist provision.

Early career teachers are encouraged to apply. You will be passionate about learning, demonstrate impact, and communicate effectively with children and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching across the curriculum in primary or secondary settings.
• Passionate and excited about supporting children with SEND.
• Open to transition from mainstream to specialist provision.

Responsibilities

• Teach across the curriculum.
• Take on the role of form tutor.
• Demonstrate outstanding classroom practice.

Skills

Passion for learning

Impact track record

Communication skills

Creativity

Adaptability

Form tutor

Job description

Classroom Teacher: Shape Futures at The Forest School

Are you ready to make a real difference?

We are looking for an exceptional teacher to join our team. You might be a primary or secondary teacher who can teach across the curriculum. All of our children have SEND and you must be passionate and excited about supporting this. We welcome applications from experienced SEND practitioners as well as mainstream educators eager to transition into specialist provision. Early career teachers are also encouraged to apply.

We are looking for someone who is:

• passionate about learning
• able to demonstrate a track record of impact and success
• able to communicate your passion to children and colleagues alike
• creative, imaginative, determined, resourceful and adaptable
• prepared to teach all ages and take on the role of form tutor
• able to demonstrate outstanding practice in the classroom

Why Choose The Forest School?

The Forest School is an exciting and warm school. The children are exceptional and are supported by a hard working staff body who want the very best for the children. We have very positive relationships with our parents, a stable and supportive governing body and we are proud partners of Wellspring Academy Trust. Progress for our children is at the heart of what we do and if you are looking for a role where you can make a difference and be valued for your contributions then this is a great place for you to look.

Closing date for applications is Midnight, Sunday 22 November 2026

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview.

Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/ countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

All applicants need to complete the Equal Opportunities form.