Class Teacher

An Outstanding school for pupils with co-existing & complex learning difficulties including autism aged 3 – 11 years.

Class Teacher required from January 2026 – part time 0.6 fte (3 days per week), permanent contract.

Teachers Pay Scale plus SEN1 or SEN2 allowance (dependent on current salary and experience).

The governing body at Delamere is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and skilled class teacher to join a successful team. Both existing specialist teachers & mainstream teachers are welcome to apply. Please check the person specification carefully.

We are looking for a candidate who:

Is an outstanding teacher;
Shares the Governors’ high expectations of our school and has a strong commitment to continuing to maintain our outstanding provision;
Will set and achieve high standards and expectations of learning, teaching, behaviour and care;
Has the commitment, dedication, determination and organisational skills required to succeed in such a demanding role;
Has experience of leading a curriculum subject successfully;
Has the ability to differentiate for pupils with a range of learning needs whilst remaining aspirational for all;
Has a strong commitment to multi-disciplinary teamwork;
Has demonstrable communication skills to engage and motivate students, parents and staff;
Shares our commitment to our vision that “together we make a difference”;
Has a willingness to pick up new knowledge quickly and is aspirational for all our pupils

We can offer you:

An ambitious, caring & inclusive school with a clear vision & the highest aspirations for all its children;
A strong commitment to your continuing professional development including bespoke performance management to support you to fulfil your career ambitions;
A forward-thinking environment where innovation and research are used to ensure our provision is the best it can be;
A supportive, friendly & enthusiastic staff team;
Highly competitive rates of pay;
An experienced, dynamic, forward-thinking leadership team, committed to improving outcomes for pupils;
A real opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of our children;
A school that cares for & nurtures every member of our school family, including staff, pupils and parents;
Access to range of Health & Wellbeing support including Physiotherapy, GP, mindfulness, online gym, weight management & an active Staff Wellbeing Committee;
Cycle to Work scheme;
Large on-site car park.

There will be a formal opportunity to visit the school on the morning of Thursday 11^th September 2025. Please contact admin@delamere.trafford.sch.uk to book a visit.

Closing date for applications: 21^st September 2025

Shortlisting:22^nd September 2025

Interviews: Monday 6^th October 2025

The recruitment process will include an observed lesson at Delamere on the day of interview and a written task.

Please return completed applications to sbm@delamere.trafford.sch.uk

Delamere School is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This is reflected in our recruitment processes & the post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosures. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates and online checks undertaken. Please find our Safeguarding policy on our website: https://www.delamere.trafford.sch.uk/policies/

Information applicable to the role can be downloaded through the attachments linked to the advertisement. Application forms only will be accepted. No C.V.s or agencies please.

We strongly advise viewing our school website for more information about our outstanding school.