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Highfield School · Ossett · Wakefield

Job description

The ideal candidate will be confident in using their knowledge and expertise to deliver lessons that meet the needs of all pupils, giving regular feedback and encouraging our young people to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and personal development. Ideally, you will have a good understanding of our pupils' special educational needs and/or prior experience of working in education.

The successful candidates should be:

  • committed to providing the best opportunities and ensuring outstanding outcomes for learners;
  • an ambitious team player with excellent interpersonal skills;
  • an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of self, pupils and the community we serve;
  • able to maintain a positive approach when faced with challenges;
  • able to motivate, inspire and encourage learners to strive for excellence in all areas.

Please see the application pack for full details.

Benefits

SEN 1 allowance

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About this school

Highfield School

Foundation special school · Ages 11–19

Not rated
Pupils
208
Avg teacher salary
£48,102
Pupil:teacher ratio
7.7:1
Academy trust
Education Ossett - Community Trust

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Ossett, Wakefield, WF5 9BS

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Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
9 September 2026
Closing date
21 September 2026

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