Class Teacher, Full Time - The Orchard School

Class Teacher required September 2026 (Subject to clearances)

Are you a talented and dedicated teacher who is ready to take on a new challenge? Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of pupils with diverse needs? If so, we have the perfect role for you!

The Orchard School is seeking to appoint good/outstanding teachers to join our exceptional team. As an exemplary classroom practitioner, you will bring your wealth of experience, enthusiasm, and motivation to our vibrant and forward-looking school.

At The Orchard School, we believe in nurturing every child's potential through a welcoming ethos and strong partnerships with families and other agencies. Our commitment to collaboration ensures that our pupils receive the best possible support and education. We are proud to be a dynamic school that values innovation and embraces new approaches.

To excel in these roles, you must have extensive experience and a genuine passion for the education of pupils with a wide range of needs. Your dedication to their growth and development will be evident in your teaching practice and your ability to create engaging and inclusive learning environments.

We understand the importance of finding the right fit, which is why we encourage you to visit our school. Experience our friendly atmosphere and witness the incredible work being done by our dedicated staff and pupils. We have arranged visits on:

Friday 26th June 9.30am

Monday 29th June 2.30pm

Please email recruitment@orchard.sandwell.sch.uk at The Orchard School to secure your place.

If you have the experience and passion to join our team, application forms are available below from the school website and should be returned to SIPS Education Ltd, 2nd Floor Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8GS or emailed to hr.recruitment@sips.co.uk.

If you require more information about how to apply for the post, please call 0121 296 3000. Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. If you provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail.

Please state on your application if you are interested in the permanent or temporary maternity cover post.

Successful applicants will be contacted with an interview date.  If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there.

If you have provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail.

Joining The Orchard School means joining a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.  If you are ready to embark on an exciting new journey with us, we would love to hear from you. Make a difference in the lives of our pupils and contribute to our successful school. Apply now and become a part of The Orchard School family.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post

Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.

Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website The Orchard School - Home

CV’s will not be accepted.

We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We are a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing disabled people and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, be sure to include these on your application.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role

Online Search

An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates.  This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

Hours: Full-time

Grade: Teachers Main Pay Range – Upper Pay Range (£32,916 – £51,048 per annum) plus SEN allowance

Location: The Orchard School, Causeway Green Road, Oldbury, West Midlands

Closing Date: Sunday 5th July 2026

Shortlisting: Tuesday 7th July 2026 at 1pm

Interviews: Tuesday 14th July 2026