Job Description

Application closing date
16/05/2025
Location
Todmorden
Salary
Main Scale + TLR 2A (consideration for pay at U1 for appropriate experience will be given)
Package
Contract type: Full Time Contract term: Permanent
Job category/type
Schools

Job description
We are seeking to recruit an excellent classroom practitioner to work in either KS1 or the FS and to be our SENDCO. The successful candidate will join Castle Hill - a vibrant, creative school where the children are enthusiastic and happy learners.





Dates: Required for September 2025





The successful applicant will have a proven track record in teaching in the FS or KS1 and in inclusive practice. We seek an outstanding classroom practitioner to support the Head Teacher in providing opportunities to further raise standards and improve outcomes for all our children, particularly those with SEND.





We are looking for someone who:





Is a highly motivated and committed outstanding practitioner with proven experience of teaching children with a wide range of abilities in the Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1.



Has high expectations for all children and is committed to realising their potential, using assessment data to adapt teaching to meet children's needs.



Is able to inspire, challenge, motivate and support children, staff and governors.



Has the ability to ensure the strategic development of SEND.



Has a commitment to further develop the inclusive ethos and values of the school.



Has a high level of emotional intelligence and excellent communication skills.



We are offering:





A good school with happy, enthusiastic and motivated children.



An overarching ethos of equality and belief in the individuality of each child.



A friendly and dedicated staff team with supportive Governors and Parents and Carers.



A happy working environment where staff well-being and positive relationships are a priority.



A supportive, committed and hard-working team.



A commitment to further professional development to support you through the next stage of your career.



A temporary school and then a move into a brand-new building in 2026

Our school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.





Prospective applicants are invited to visit our school. Please email Jane Williams at jane.williams@castlehill.calderdale.sch.uk or telephone 01706 813163 to arrange an appointment.

The closing date is Friday 16th May 2025.

If you have not heard by Friday 23rd May you have been unsuccessful in your application.





CASTLE HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL

HALIFAX ROAD

TODMORDEN

LANCS


OL14 5SQ

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