Academy Co-Teacher

Greenacre School · Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber

Academy Co-Teacher at Greenacre School, based in Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 days ago
Closes
30 Sep 2026
Sector
Teacher

Reference 029217e5c02717b5c2c710eb7ce89aa021fe123a

About the role

ABOUT US

Greenacre School is one of the UK’s largest special schools, educating over 300 children and young people aged 3 to 19 with severe and complex learning disabilities. In addition to the main site, the school has a number of satellite classes, which are based within local mainstream settings. This model supports Greenacre’s steadfast commitment to social inclusion. We are also very proud to be an OUTSTANDING school with Ofsted we work hard to achieve and maintain this as a team together.

Our school is proud to offer a supportive team; high quality personalised training and an opportunity to work with utterly fabulous children and young people as outlined in our VALUES - Environment - Inclusion - Commitment - Connections - Wellbeing - Magic!

THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity is available for someone looking for a career in education or a fresh challenge in an inspiring learning environment.

We are looking for an inclusive Academy Co-teacher / unqualified Teacher with creativity and resilience to join us on our journey.

You will embrace the ethos of the Partnership supporting the progress and inclusion of all pupils demonstrating the Academy values including unconditional positive regard.

This role will include, but is not limited to the following criteria:

  • Undertake a designated programme of teaching related to the curriculum map

  • Teach pupils according to their needs, including the setting and marking of work

  • Assist in the teacher development of an appropriate curriculum, resources, schemes of work, marking policies and teaching strategies in curriculum areas and departments

  • Plan and prepare courses and lessons with oversight from teaching staff

  • Take part in a range of development programmes and opportunities

  • Support the implementation of quality assurance activities

  • Contribute to the process of monitoring and evaluation with teaching staff

THE CANDIDATE

  • GCSE English/ Maths at grade A-C or equivalent

  • Degree or working towards

  • Commitment to achieve Qualified Teacher Status

SALARY/HOURS

The starting salary for a Co-Teacher (Unqualified teacher) is pay range 4 £28,914, + amazing benefits working for our Wellspring trust.

This is a full time, Mon-Fri position.


NEXT STEPS

For more information please refer to the job description attached. If you are interested in this excellent opportunity simply click APPLY NOW, alternatively if you have additional questions then please reach out to our recruitment coordinator, Lauren: [email removed]

If you are unsure if you meet all the criteria but have an interest in this opportunity then please do submit your application.

If this post isn't for you, check out our other vacancies. You can find these here!

Why Join Our Talent Pool?

If we don't have any suitable vacancies available, we encourage you to register for our Talent Pool. When applying, you aren't just joining a waiting list, you are positioning yourself at the front of the line for a rewarding career. When a suitable vacancy opens, our talent pool is our first port of call and our recruitment team will be in touch. We will keep you up to date with the latest news and activities within our school on a regular basis. We are regularly looking for support staff and we offer a range of flexible contracts.

Complete our Talent Pool application form by clicking here!

We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

We want our people to reflect our diverse communities and create a safe space in which everyone belongs. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and especially those from under-represented groups including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate references. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

Reference: 029217e5c02717b5c2c710eb7ce89aa021fe123a · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 30 Sep 2026 · Listed via Greenacre School

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