Job Description

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Castle Hill School

Hours

Full Time

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

Huddersfield and surrounding areas

Position type

Permanent

Grade

Main Scale plus point 1 SEN Allowance 2,786

Salary

Main Scale plus point 1 SEN Allowance 2,786

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Castle Hill School.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we would encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.


We are looking for a qualified Full Time Permanent Teacher (Main Grade plus 1 SEN) to join our motivated and dynamic team in

September 2026

.


Castle Hill School is an Academy for pupils with Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties, age 3-19. Ofsted judged the school as being 'Outstanding' in its four previous inspections. We provide an energetic and forward thinking educational community with cutting-edge facilities and a nurturing environment. We are committed to learning and we offer a broad and challenging curriculum with a child centred philosophy at its core. We promote effective communication and independence in all we do.


We offer excellent personal development and unique opportunities of working within a totally school led system. The school is also part of a MAT which will provide opportunities to work alongside colleagues in other schools. No special school experience is necessary although you should have an excellent knowledge of early child development and methods for learning. We welcome applications from both ECF teachers and experienced teachers alike.

Further requirements for the position:

A passion and commitment to education for students with complex needs Enthusiasm and energy Ability to learn Adaptability Excellent communication skills Ability to inspire and motivate Ability to form positive and effective relationships

What you'll get in return?

You'll be joining a School and Trust that is all about putting staff first - with numerous wellbeing initiatives and excellent personal development opportunities.


In addition to this you will benefit from:

Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our students Automatic enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Fund Staff benefits package via Vivup including employee assistance program, home and electronics discounts eyecare vouchers and cycle to work Free parking

The closing date for the application is

Friday 16th January

2026


Interviews will be held on

Monday 26th January 2026

There is an opportunity to visit school on

Monday 8th December

from 3.30pm and

Thursday 8th January

from 3.30pm. Please call the school office to book a place: 01484 544558.

HOW TO APPLY

If you'd like a chat about the role or have any questions, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Please contact our School Business Manager Allanna Hoyer via recruitment@castlehill.TLT.school


If you're ready to apply, please complete our online application fully by clicking

here

before the deadline

SAFER RECRUITMENT

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.

Closing date

16 January 2026, 9:00 AM