– this role does not offer sponsorship
At Chestnut Hill School, teaching is about so much more than lessons and timetables. It’s about unlocking potential, building confidence and shaping brighter futures for children with complex needs.
We’re looking for a passionate, energetic and creative Class Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is an opportunity to work in a school where innovation, inclusion and imagination are woven into everything we do—and where your ideas, energy and commitment will truly make a difference.
About the Role
This is a role for a teacher who thrives on flexibility, creativity and connection. At Chestnut Hill, every child is unique, and your teaching will reflect that—engaging, personalised and purposeful.
As a Class Teacher, you will:
1. Plan and deliver dynamic, personalised lessons tailored to each pupil’s needs
2. Develop innovative teaching approaches that spark curiosity and joy in learning
3. Monitor and assess progress to support both academic achievement and personal growth
4. Place wellbeing at the heart of learning, building confidence and resilience
5. Work collaboratively with specialist staff and therapists to provide holistic support
6. Access extensive resources, training and guidance through Outcomes First Group
You’ll be part of a close-knit, supportive team united by a shared belief: every child can succeed with the right support.
What we’re looking for:
We’re seeking a teacher who brings enthusiasm, empathy and ambition:
Essential:
7. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (not suitable for ECTs/NQTs)
8. GCSEs and A-Levels (or equivalent)
9. A creative, flexible and child-centred approach to teaching
10. A strong commitment to inclusion and high expectations for every pupil
11. Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable:
12. Experience working with SEN and/or ASC pupils
13. Experience supporting children with challenging behaviour
14. Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team
At Chestnut Hill, every lesson matters, every child counts, and every day brings the opportunity to make a difference. Join our outstanding team and help us create brighter futures — one child at a time.
About Us
Chestnut Hill is a small, independent school catering to autistic pupils and young people aged 8-19.We aim to provide an inclusive, safe, inspiring and supportive environment in which our pupils are encouraged to form friendships, aspire and believe in themselves, discover new ways of learning, develop skills for life, know they are valued and have a sense of belonging. The student’s wellbeing is at the heart of everything Chestnut Hill will do, and we aim to build close relationships with parents/guardians and work collaboratively with alternative provision professionals, such as speech and language, art and occupational therapists. To support students' specific needs. We will always strive for the very best for our young people.
Our individually tailored curriculum will cover all Areas of Learning (AoLE's) from the New Welsh Curriculum, in imaginative and flexible ways for pupils ages 8 to 19. We aim to provide Regular opportunities for pupils to access a wide range of activities including yoga, cycling, forest school, swimming and coaching in inclusive and traditional sports by external coaches and internal facilitators.
We are located in Holywell, a beautiful market town and community in Flintshire, Wales.
For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why join Options Autism?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
15. Life Assurance
16. Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
17. “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
18. A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
19. 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
20. Cycle to Work Schemes
21. Electric Car Purchase Scheme
22. Critical illness cover
23. Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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