Class Teacher

What skills and experience we’re looking for Primary teaching experience Experience of teaching pupils with SEND, including sensory processing and speech, language and communication challenges. Experience of successfully managing teaching assistants and wider supporting professionals A working knowledge of autism and its impacts on daily teaching and learning. Knowledge and understanding of recent developments in curriculum and assessment. Evidence of delivering successful teaching and learning with SEN pupils. Good communication skills and interpersonal skills. Ability to engage all levels of learners creatively in play activities to support social and communication skill development A working knowledge of trauma informed practice and how this impacts on the daily life in a special school setting. Understanding of the management of distressed pupil behaviour as a form of communication. What the school offers its staff Supportive leadership team Comprehensive CPD programme Employee Assistance Programme Access to 24/7 GP Service and complementary therapies Further details about the role Class Teacher – Join Our Inspiring Team at Hazel Oak School Full-time or Part-time | Permanent | Required from January 2026 MPS/UPS + SEN1 Allowance At Hazel Oak Special School, we believe in ‘reaching for the stars’—for our pupils and our staff. As a proud and deeply inclusive all-age special school, we are excited to invite an exceptional teacher to join our expanding team. Our school community is built on the values of Respect, Wellbeing, Growth, Creativity, and Community. If you are motivated by purpose, enjoy working collaboratively, and thrive on supporting pupils with complex and additional needs, we would love to hear from you. What We’re Looking For Has experience working with children with learning difficulties (moderate to more complex and severe). Brings passion for developing communication and sensory-based learning. Wants to co-create exciting, real-life, developmental learning opportunities. Our provision is growing, and with it, the complexity and richness of pupil needs. That’s why we need innovative, creative, and nurturing teachers ready to adapt the curriculum and innovate in ways that unlock the potential in every child, at an transitional time in our school’s development. Why Join Hazel Oak A Truly Supportive Environment – We are a school where staff are respected, supported, and celebrated. From peer mentoring and team collaboration to well-being initiatives, we invest in you. Staff have access to a wider range of health and wellbeing support both in and beyond school. Continuous Professional Growth – With regular CPD, coaching, supervision and career development pathways, we develop talent for future leadership and help you broaden your expertise. A Family Feel – Hazel Oak is more than a workplace—it’s a community. Staff are genuinely involved in shaping school life and improvement, as part of a collaborative team. Innovative Curriculum – Our curriculum emphasises life skills, communication, well-being and functional learning. You’ll bring learning to life through play, real-world experiences and meaningful relationships. Our Vision Belonging, having fun, discovering our place in the world, building relationships, and overcoming challenges. Learning about life beyond the classroom to shape a successful future. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage those with diverse experience and perspectives. We will happily make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure equity for all. Come and see for yourself We warmly encourage pre‑application visits. To arrange one or request more information, email Ellen Barrett at:s501egauntlett@hazel-oak.solihull.sch.uk For application packs and further details, visit: www.hazel-oak.co.uk Closing Information Closing Date: 9am, Friday 12th December Interviews: Thursday 18th December Safeguarding and Equality Hazel Oak School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post requires an enhanced DBS and Safer Recruitment checks. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidelines, all applicants will undergo online checks as part of our comprehensive vetting process. We are an equal opportunities employer and proud to be a school that celebrates difference. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender assignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. The post falls under the requirements of the Fluency Duty (part of the Immigration Act 2016) which makes it a requirement for all public sector workers operating in ‘customer facing’ role to be able to speak fluent English. Commitment to safeguarding Hazel Oak School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and Safer Recruitment checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr