Class Teacher

Alfreton Park is a lively, successful Special School for pupils aged 2 to 19 years, with severe and profound learning difficulties. We are looking to recruit a Class Teacher who has extremely high expectations to ensure children regardless of gender, ethnicity and religion achieve to the best of their ability. 

We require a flexible, enthusiastic and energetic teacher who is able to contribute positively to the team working of the class and the whole school. 

The successful applicant needs to be able to respond our pupils’ learning levels and support pupils in all areas including self-help skills, physical interventions, personal care and a range of medical interventions. 

Successful applicants must be able to lead a class team and have a clear understanding of how to differentiate work to suit the needs of our pupils. The ability to think creatively, inspire young people and have an appreciation of a sense of humour is essential.

Applicants need to have a love of learning, enjoy a challenge and have the ability to develop strategies in problem solving. 

An informal tour of the school will take place 7 May 2024, please contact Jane Osment on 01773 483330 for further information 

NB: References will be taken prior to interview

Provisional Interview Date: 22 May 2024

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.