Classroom Teacher

The Forest School, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0DQ

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  15 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  6 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual) MPS plus SEN Allowance plus TLR 2A

Classroom Teacher job summary

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.

Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.

As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.

We are interested in hearing from people who:

• Are creative, imaginative, committed and passionate about learning

• Can lead and inspire others

• Have a commitment to working with children and young people with challenging behaviour.

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. Additionally you will lead on one area of the curriculum with a TLR responsibility.

• You will be passionate about learning

• You will be able to demonstrate a track record of impact and success

• You will be able to communicate your passion to children and colleagues alike

• You will be creative, imaginative, determined, resourceful and adaptable

• You will be prepared to teach all ages and take on the role of form tutor

• You will demonstrate outstanding practice in the classroom

If you are interested in working with us or would like to visit the school then please contact us. Informal chats are welcome as are emails to the Principal with any specific questions on the below email address.

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 record check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

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.

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.

About The Forest School

• School type: Academies, ages 2 to 16
• School size: 148 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Forest School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-forest-school-hg5-0dq

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