Class Teachers
Castle Wood Special School, Coventry, West Midlands, CV2 1FN33 days remaining to apply
Closing date
12 April 2026 at 12am (midnight)
Date listed
10 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916 - £51,048 + SEN Allowance 1 (£2,787) 2(£5,497) (dependent on experience)
Class Teachers job summary
Inspire, support, and transform lives.
ECTs and experienced teachers are warmly welcomed to apply.
We are seeking a passionate and committed SEN Teacher to join our dedicated special school community. At Castle Wood, you will work with incredible pupils aged 3–11 with PMLD, SLD and Autism, delivering creative and personalised learning that helps every child thrive.
Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do, and we are passionate about making a meaningful difference in their lives every day.
We are looking for teachers who believes every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and want to work in a supportive, specialist team with excellent professional development and wellbeing support.
What we offer
Enthusiastic, happy children who love to learn
A welcoming, supportive and experienced staff team
Personalised Continuing Professional Learning tailored to your development
Opportunities to work alongside multi-disciplinary specialists
Supportive governors and parents
Local Government Pension Scheme
Staff workwear
A comprehensive staff wellbeing package, including:
The option to take PPA off-site
Employee Assistance Programme/OH/Counselling
Salary sacrifice schemes
Access to our hydrotherapy pool
Free tea and coffee
Free on-site parking
Our vision, “Together, children first,” reflects our shared commitment to placing every child at the heart of everything we do. By working together as a community, we support our pupils to flourish and achieve their full potential.
At Castle Wood, our values underpin daily life in our school. Honesty, integrity, trust, empathy and respect guide our actions, shape our relationships and ensure that every child and adult feels valued, supported and safe.
What is the job role?We are looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teacher to join our team from September 2026.
You will teach pupils with complex needs, including Autism, sensory differences and potentially PMLD, delivering engaging and personalised learning experiences that enable every child to succeed. We welcome teachers who bring creativity, innovation and high expectations to their classroom practice.
A good understanding of Early Years principles is beneficial, as these approaches underpin teaching and learning across our school.
At Castle Wood, we are passionate about supporting teachers to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence, helping them grow professionally and build a career they are proud of.
Who are we looking for?We are seeking an enthusiastic and reflective teacher who:
Has a passion for inclusive education and high expectations for all pupils
Builds strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
Is resilient, flexible and committed to making a difference
Has experience of planning, assessing and adapting learning for pupils with diverse needs
Understands effective behaviour support strategies
Is committed to safeguarding and continuous professional development
Experience in a special school setting, knowledge of Autism, and training in Team Teach or positive handling would be advantageous but are not essential.
Interview Date: Friday 17th April 2026
Start Date: September
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Castle Wood Special School
- School type
- Special school, ages 3 to 11
- School size
- 166 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Castle Wood Special School website
Castle Wood is an outstanding special school. We have 160 primary aged pupils with a broad spectrum of need - PMLD, SLD, ASD, social and communication difficulties and some complex behaviour challenges. We are passionate about teaching and learning and making a difference in children’s lives. Our vision is “Together, children first” as we recognise that everyone has a part to play in our pupils fulfilling their potential. Ofsted have judged us ‘outstanding’ in our last two inspections, recognising the warm relationships and the progress children in our school are making.
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