Halesbury is an all age 4-19 Special School for pupils with autism, complex communication and cognition and learning needs. We are accredited by the National Autistic Society and value the individuality of our pupils. We have a happy and positive ethos where high expectations for our young people co-exist with realistic goals. All of our pupils are challenged to reach their full potential. We are committed to providing a wonderful learning environment for everyone, where every child and every adult matters. Our children are inspirational. Halesbury enjoys strong links with the local community, supportive parents and a committed and effective governing body. Our mission statement: “Achieve, Believe and Challenge” provides us with our aims for all pupils and staff; Achieve - A Confident attitude towards life - To Feel proud of accomplishments - Reaching goals Believe - Proud to be who we are - The best that we can be - To Aim high and shine Challenge - The sky is the limit - Overcoming barriers - No target out of reach The Role: We are looking to appoint 3 Class Teachers at Halesbury School. Hours: 32.5 per week Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 (Main Scale → Upper Pay Scale Dependent on experience SEN 1 Allowance) Location: Halesbury School, Feldon Lane, Halesowen, B62 9DR Please see the attached job description for further information. Closing date – Tuesday 17th March 2026 Shortlisting – Wednesday 18th March 2026 Interviews – Wednesday 25th March 2026 Start date – September 2026 For further information please contact the school on 01384 984000 PLEASE NOTE: We reserve the right to close the advertisement early in the event of a high number of applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Halesbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants are required to review our safeguarding policies as part of the application process. Please visit our Safeguarding page here: https://www.halesbury.dudley.sch.uk/page/?title=Safeguarding&pid=22.” All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/ If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue, then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/ Attached documents Class Teacher - Job Description & Person Specification 25-26.docx