Classroom Teacher

Penny Field School, Leeds, LS6 4QD

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  14 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  27 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS + SEN Point - Open to ECT's

Classroom Teacher job summary

Classroom Teacher: Shape Futures at Penny Field SchoolAre you ready to make a real difference?

We require an exceptional teacher at Penny Field School who is passionate about providing the best possible education and care for pupils with complex SEND. This teaching post is an exciting opportunity to join the teaching team and to work with pupils across the school. This role is not based in one class, but one which will be based in various classes across the school. The successful applicant will be asked to work alongside class teachers to support learning and development in specific areas. These areas of the curriculum will be determined through discussions with the teacher, class teacher and SLT.

Collaborative Support: Work alongside a dedicated team of Teaching Assistants, HLTAs, Interveners and an Educare team with access to specialist therapies like Hydrotherapy and Rebound Therapy.

Why Choose Penny Field School?

We are a small, vibrant all-through special school (EYFS to Post-16) and a proud member of the Wellspring Academy Trust.

• Professional Growth: We invest significantly in staff training. Whether you are an experienced SEND practitioner or a mainstream teacher looking to transition, we provide the specialist support you need to thrive.

• A Nurturing Environment: Our staff describe us as a "family" and a "safe, happy place for pupils to learn and grow".

• Meaningful Impact: You will be rewarded with memories that last a lifetime and the daily satisfaction of helping students achieve their potential.

Who We Are Looking For

• A qualified teacher with a proven track record of exceptional practice.

• Someone with the imaginative flair to engage pupils and the high expectations to help them succeed.

• An individual who values a flexible, creative curriculum over the restrictions of mainstream pathways.

The full job description and person specification are attached as supporting documents.

We warmly welcome and encourage tours of the school. To discuss the post or arrange a visit, please contact Hannah Duffey (Headteacher) via email at hannah.duffey@pennyfield.org.uk

Closing date for applications is 9am, Thursday 14th May 2026

Interviews are likely to be held on Thursday 21st May 2026Wellspring 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 records check from the country/ countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.All applicants need to complete the Equal Opportunities form. Please click link for further details http://bit.ly/WATEqualOpportunities

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Penny Field School

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 19
• School size: 69 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Penny Field School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/penny-field-school-leeds

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