SEN Teacher

Oakfield Park is a Wakefield L.A. secondary school for pupils with severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties and ASD aged 11 - 19. We are a happy, friendly and successful school which has maintained its “Outstanding” status following our last inspection by Ofsted in November 2019. For more information regarding school please visit our website at: www.oakfieldpark.wakefield.sch.uk

We are looking for a term full time teacher to join our dynamic team in September 2026.

We would be interested in hearing from you if you have experience of teaching students with:

Autism / Behaviours of Concern

Severe and complex Learning Difficulties,

Complex sensory needs

It is important that the successful candidate:-

Is an excellent practitioner within the classroom and is committed to raising pupils’ attainment through the use of a wide range of skilled and creative teaching techniques.

Has experience in the field of SEN and working in a Special School

Can be adaptable to meet the diverse needs of our students.

Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and can demonstrate these when dealing with parents, colleagues and additional stakeholders.

Is a team player both within the classroom and across the wider school environment.

Is a hard worker with high expectations of themselves.

Can demonstrate the ability to motivate those with whom they work to share their high standards.

An opportunity to visit the school will be available prior to the closing date.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Completed application forms should be returned to recruitment@oakfieldpark.wakefield.sch.uk or Oakfield Park School, Barnsley Road, Ackworth, Pontefract. WF7 7DT by Sunday 14th June midnight

Shortlisting Week beginning Monday 15th June

Interview Date: Friday 26th June 2026 TBC

Closing Date: Sunday 14th June 2026 Midnight

For further details and an application form contact the School on 01977 613423 or recruitment@oakfieldpark.wakefield.sch.uk