The King's School
Wakefield
£27,519 - £30,047 pro rata
Salary:
£31, £34,434.00 FTE per annum
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
30 September 2025
Job overview
'Are you seeking a new and rewarding challenge? Do you have a genuine passion for making a difference? If your answer is a resounding 'Yes,' then you might be the ideal candidate we're searching for.'
Salary: £31,537 - £34,434 FTE per annum
Actual Salary: £27,519 - £30,047 per annum
Contract: Permanent, 37 hours per week, term time plus five days (195 working days per year)
Start Date: ASAP
Application Deadline: 10:00am, Tuesday 30th September 2025
Interview Date: Monday 6th October 2025
About the role
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Specialist Practitioner of SEND to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering specific interventions to students with a range of SEND needs, as directed by the SENDCo. They will work alongside the SENDCo in monitoring the effectiveness of interventions and developing relationships with staff in school, as well as external services, in order to positively support pupils with SEND.
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:
Has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students.
Will make a difference in changing children's life chances.
Has the skills and abilities to support children of all abilities and personal needs.
Can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
Has the ability to form effective relationships with students and parents/carers.
The Kings School
As one of the oldest schools in Yorkshire, The King's School boasts a rich heritage where tradition meets the future with confidence and excitement. With a reputation for incredibly high standards and excellence, it is currently the highest performing school in the authority, with the strongest attendance also. Every student is encouraged and championed to develop great potential and to live out our values and ethos. The King's School is an environment where careers flourish and where each child is embraced as exceptional, individual and talented beyond measure.
For more insight, please watch our short promotional film, which asks the question, 'Where will King's take you?'
The King's School - Heritage Film on Vimeo
About Pontefract Academies Trust
Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve. The Trust is renowned for its commitment to excellence and has achieved remarkable success. Five of our primary schools rank within the top 1% nationally for progress, and our secondary schools feature among the top three secondary schools in the Wakefield district.
What we offer
We're passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:
* For the 2025/26 academic year, we will be providing staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals.
* Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing.
* Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
* Generous employer pension (West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS)
* Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary days based on service and grade) + 8 statutory bank holidays,
* Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance
* Cycle to work scheme, Blue Light card, discounted gym membership
* Free eyecare via Specsavers, childcare vouchers
* Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)
* Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
* Free flu vaccinations.
Next steps
We're always thrilled to connect with potential applicants before interviews. If you're curious to learn more or would like to experience the warmth of our wonderful school through a visit, please feel free to reach out at or give us a call on
Application Process
Complete application form via our
website
Important Links
Pontefract Academies Trust Website
Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028
The King's School Website
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We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.
The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare.
Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.
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About The King's School
The King's School
Mill Hill Lane, Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 4JF
United Kingdom
As a proud member of Pontefract Academies Trust, The King's School is renowned for its educational excellence and for consistently achieving strong academic results. Established in 1139, The King's School stands as a beacon of education for almost nine centuries. We take great pride in being more than just a secondary school; we are a caring, high-performing community where students can become the best version of themselves, proudly carrying the legacy of The King's School.
With a remarkable history spanning over 850 years, our school is deeply rooted in tradition, but it is the people that make The King's School exceptional. Our dedicated team of teachers and support staff, in collaboration with parents, strives to provide a first-class education, ensuring every student receives the opportunities they deserve.
An incredible culture
The King's School is more than just a workplace; it is a great place to work. Our staff are at the core of our success- everything we achieve is attributed to their hard work and dedication, and we, therefore, ensure they are well looked after.
No matter your role, if you're a part of our school, your contributions will be genuinely valued. Everything we do at The King's School is based on great relationships, and it is important to us that staff are happy in their work. This means a balance of challenge, support, recognition, and plenty of opportunities for development and career progression.
What staff say about working with us
"Being part of the Senior Leadership Team at The King's School is a privilege. I thoroughly enjoy the opportunity to work with our committed teachers who are passionate about their craft and who are dedicated to the wonderful young people that we serve. As a senior leader, I have regular opportunities to further develop my skillset and be involved in the wider school community." - Senior Leader
"Working at The King's School for the past 12 years has been an incredibly rewarding experience. As a middle leader for Year 10 and 11, I feel privileged to support students through such a pivotal stage of their education, alongside a team of dedicated and compassionate colleagues. I've had the opportunity to take on a variety of roles and engage in high-quality professional development, which has enabled me to grow both personally and professionally. The culture here is one of warmth, ambition, and an unwavering belief in the potential of every young person - and I'm proud to be a part of it." - Middle Leader
"During my first term at The King's School, I have received the warmest of welcome from both students and staff alike. It has been a rewarding experience to continue my teaching career in a middle-leader role in such a strong support system." - Middle Leader
"I could not have imagined settling into a new job with such welcoming and supportive staff better than how I started my teaching career at The King's School. All departments have a fantastic team mentality, allowing several strong professional relationships to be made to help enhance my knowledge of the profession. All of this has enabled an incredibly enjoyable and strong start to my teaching career." - Teacher
"As a Teacher of Drama at The King's School, I have been honoured to work with wonderful colleagues and be supported by the Senior Leadership Team. I have had the freedom to develop lessons which have been influenced by CPD and Elevate sessions that have improved my teaching practise. I look forward to coming to work every day knowing that the students are outstanding and the school supports my enthusiasm towards my subject." - Teacher
Ofsted
The King's School was inspected in October 2022 and was rated 'Good' across all five judgement areas.
"Pupils who attend The King's School receive a broad and ambitious education that prepares them well for their future."
"Bullying is uncommon. There is a warm and friendly atmosphere around the school."
"Pupils are polite, respectful and accept each other's differences."
"Staff share leaders' ambition for an exceptional education for all pupils."
"Pupils' well-being is a priority for all staff."
View The King's School's latest Ofsted report
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