Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Full-Time 33874 - 41402 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Newark Orchard School

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Inspire and educate students with complex needs in a supportive environment.
  • Company: Join Newark Orchard, a vibrant special school dedicated to excellence.
  • Benefits: Make a real difference, enjoy flexible working, and access professional development.
  • Other info: Be part of a caring team committed to making a positive impact.
  • Why this job: Empower young people and experience a rewarding role where every day is unique.
  • Qualifications: Experience in SLD, autism, and behaviour management is essential.

The predicted salary is between 33874 - 41402 Β£ per year.

Newark Orchard is a thriving special school committed to providing outstanding education for children and young people aged 3-18 with a range of complex needs, including severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), moderate learning difficulties (MLD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We take a trauma-informed, relational approach to education, ensuring that every student feels safe, valued and empowered to succeed. Our school is not just a place of learning; it is a vibrant community built on trust, collaboration, and a shared vision of excellence. Our core values of aspire, achieve and thrive underpin everything we do, creating an environment where everyone can succeed.

At Newark Orchard School, we offer a high-quality pathway-based curriculum that is personalised to ensure our fantastic pupils make the best possible progress. Our staff are a talented, caring, resilient and ambitious team of people who are always committed to relational approaches and providing the best possible education, care and school experience for every pupil. Newark Orchard School is proud to be part of CIT (Community Inclusive Trust), a Multi Academy Trust comprising of special and mainstream schools across Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.

We are looking to appoint a Class Teacher to work within our KS3 & KS4 team with experience in SLD, complex autism and behaviour management.

The benefits we can offer:

  • The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
  • A supportive induction process to help you develop within this role to be the best you can be and develop for your next career step.
  • Access to high quality continuous professional development opportunities.
  • A rewarding role where no two days are the same!
  • Flexible working opportunities from day one of your employment with CIT.
  • Access to the Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
  • A Bike2Work Scheme.

For more information about this role or to arrange a visit to the school please contact Leanne Hurdle.

CIT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. Applicants may also be subject to a social media presence check.

Class Teacher employer: Newark Orchard School

Newark Orchard School is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and students. With a strong emphasis on professional development, flexible working opportunities, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people, our team thrives in a culture built on trust and collaboration. Join us in our mission to empower every pupil to aspire, achieve, and thrive in a vibrant community that values each individual's contribution.

Newark Orchard School

Contact Details:

Newark Orchard School Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Class Teacher

Experience in SLD
Experience in complex autism
Behaviour management
Trauma-informed approach
Relational approaches
Personalised curriculum development
Collaboration skills