KS2 Teacher/SENDCo

Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Info

• Job Identification 6791
• Job Category Teaching
• Posting Date 02/12/2026, 08:17 AM
• Locations Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green
• Apply Before 02/20/2026, 12:00 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Standard Academy Daily Hours
• Minimum Salary 32916
• Maximum Salary 51048
• Standard Hours 32.5
• Interview Dates WC 23/02/26
• Proposed Start Date ASAP or 01/05/26
• Driving Required No

Job Description

Role:KS2 Teacher/SENCo responsibility

Key Stage: KS2

Permanent. 3 days classroom-based, 2 days SENDCo responsibility.

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green (within Wakefield 'South')

A message from Lindsey Corbett (Principal)

Thank you for taking the time to find out more about our current vacancy at Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green.

As Principal, I am really proud to be able to introduce you to our academy. Situated in the village of Havercroft that sits on the border of Wakefield and Barnsley. We are a small one form entry primary school which prides itself on our work within our community to improve the lives of not only our pupils but of our families too. We striveto provide a holistic education for all. We are committed to promoting an inclusive environment which allows all children regardless of background and any individual needs to thrive.

The team at Newstead Green are what make it a special place to be. We go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our children and families. We support each other and our leaders always ensure staff development, aspirations and opinions are taken into account and fully valued.

We are proud to be part of the Outwood Family, a Trust renowned for its commitment to transforming lives and raising standards. If you share our passion for making a real difference in the lives of young people, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team.

I look forward to meeting you.

KS2

As a Key Stage 2 teacher working within our family of schools, you will support children aged 7-11 in developing deeper knowledge and critical thinking through a broad and balanced curriculum, fostering independence, resilience, and a love for learning in preparation for secondary education.

In joining our family of schools, you will be appointed to a school within a local area (see below) and we will work with you to offer deployment to a school that is suitable for you geographically, and that matches your skillset, development and the needs of the school. This brings opportunity and flexibility should you wish to consider working in other schools that bring different challenges and experiences to further develop your practice and input to a wider community. Deployments will always be in consultation and for full academic years unless in exceptional circumstances.

Recruitment Booklet:

• To access the Teacher recruitment bookletclick here

The localities are:

• Wakefield 'Central' (OPA Ledger Lane, Lofthouse Gate, Kirkhamgate, Park Hill, Greenhill)
• Wakefield 'South', Barnsley, Doncaster (OPA Bell Lane, Newstead Green, Littleworth Grange, Darfield and Woodlands)
• North (OPA Greystone, OPA Alne)

If you have any questions regarding this role or wish to arrange a visit, please contact Nic Mullooly at

Responsibilities

The Primary Classroom Teacher's core duties involve responsibility for supervision and the progress of children in allocated classes , which includes striving to deliver outstanding and interactive lessons and ensuring differentiation and personalisation of learning for all children.

The role requires applying current guidelines on effective learning and teaching , developing and implementing a scheme of work , and providing good quality assessment using formative and summative methods. Teachers must also evaluate lessons and their teaching strategies to reflect and act on strengths and areas for development , track children's progress against their targets , and promote the consistent and fair use of the behaviour policy within the Academy environment.

Furthermore, the teacher acts as the first line of contact for parents' and carers' concerns regarding their child's performance and well-being.

The essential qualifications for this role are Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree. The successful candidate must have experience or trainingwithin the primary phase and experience of planning, assessment, and teaching of the National Curriculum.

It is also essential to have experience in the use of positive behaviour strategies. The role requires good personal ICT skills and an understanding of Assessment for Learning. Additionally, the teacher must comply with the academy's Child Safeguarding Procedures and report concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

• A competitive salary with pay progression
• A fantastic pension and additional benefits
• Flexible family friendly policies from day one
• Wellbeing strategy and Employee Assistance Programme
• Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)

Further information on employee benefits can be found here.

To find out more about working for Outwood and to read a message from our CEO please click here.

We reserve the right to close advertisements early. Advertisements will therefore close at 12 noon, either on the advertised closing date, or the day the decision has been taken to close the advertisement early.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.