Department Lead/Class Teacher

About the role

Are you a highly effective teacher with a strong student-centred ethos? Pinewood School is looking for a Department Lead/Class Teacher with a particular to help shape an engaging and aspirational curriculum for our 'Innovators' Department.

We cater to approximately 210 pupils in School Years 7 to 11, all of whom have Education, Health, and Care Plans. Our students face a range of learning difficulties, autism, and speech, language, and communication needs. Your expertise will help them develop the confidence and independence they need to thrive in the community.

At Pinewood, our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we are looking for an individual who:

• Believes that students should be central to all decision-making.

• Is hard-working and resilient.

• Demonstrates creativity and a solution-driven approach.

• Possesses strong skills in building and maintaining relationships.

• Embraces challenges with enthusiasm.

Experience working in a Special School is not a prerequisite. More importantly, we value enthusiasm and a willingness to develop within this exciting, challenging, and rewarding area of education.

What Pinewood Offers:

• Competitive salary

• Great location with good road and rail links - rural setting with free on-site parking

• A strong culture of outdoor learning—both in school and the wider community

• Brand new facilities  - State of the art new build - completed February 2026

• Staff wellbeing initiatives (Education Mutual)

• Access to CPD and training opportunities

• Clear progression pathways for career development

• Supportive colleagues and an inclusive working environment

If you’re excited about the chance to build confidence, independence and happiness in our learners, then Pinewood could be the perfect place for you to grow.

If you are ready to work hard, make a valuable impact, and explore how an imaginative curriculum can open up life choices and opportunities for our students, then we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our website to learn more about our vision and values. 

Please contact our main office on 01920 411 211 to book a pre-application visit to learn more about the role and our wonderful school.