Our Values

Our vision, “Together, children first,” reflects our shared commitment to placing every child at the heart of everything we do. By working together as a community, we support our pupils to flourish and achieve their full potential.

At Castle Wood, our values underpin daily life in our school. Honesty, integrity, trust, empathy and respect guide our actions, shape our relationships and ensure that every child and adult feels valued, supported and safe.

Inspire, support, and transform lives.

ECTs and experienced teachers are warmly welcomed to apply.

We are seeking a passionate and committed SEN Teacher to join our dedicated special school community. At Castle Wood, you will work with incredible pupils aged 3–11 with PMLD, SLD and Autism, delivering creative and personalised learning that helps every child thrive.

Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do, and we are passionate about making a meaningful difference in their lives every day.

We are looking for teachers who believes every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and want to work in a supportive, specialist team with excellent professional development and wellbeing support.

What we offer

• Enthusiastic, happy children who love to learn

• A welcoming, supportive and experienced staff team

• Personalised Continuing Professional Learning tailored to your development

• Opportunities to work alongside multi-disciplinary specialists

• Supportive governors and parents

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Staff workwear

• A comprehensive staff wellbeing package, including:

  • The option to take PPA off-site

  • Employee Assistance Programme/OH/Counselling

  • Salary sacrifice schemes

  • Access to our hydrotherapy pool

  • Free tea and coffee

  • Free on-site parking

What is the job role?

We are looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Teacher to join our team from September 2026.

You will teach pupils with complex needs, including Autism, sensory differences and potentially PMLD, delivering engaging and personalised learning experiences that enable every child to succeed. We welcome teachers who bring creativity, innovation and high expectations to their classroom practice.

A good understanding of Early Years principles is beneficial, as these approaches underpin teaching and learning across our school.

At Castle Wood, we are passionate about supporting teachers to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence, helping them grow professionally and build a career they are proud of.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and reflective teacher who:

• Has a passion for inclusive education and high expectations for all pupils

• Builds strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues

• Is resilient, flexible and committed to making a difference

• Has experience of planning, assessing and adapting learning for pupils with diverse needs

• Understands effective behaviour support strategies

• Is committed to safeguarding and continuous professional development

Experience in a special school setting, knowledge of Autism, and training in Team Teach or positive handling would be advantageous but are not essential.

Interview Date: Friday 17th April 2026

Start Date: September

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council