Brookfields School · Widnes, North West
We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Class Teacher to join our team. You will have a passion for teaching, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to engage and motivate pupils of all abilities. This role is based in Runcorn. You will:
Plan and deliver creative, high-quality lessons that inspire curiosity and a love of learning.
Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
Assess and track pupil progress to ensure all children achieve their potential.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers to support pupil development.
Contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold its values and ethos.
Brookfields School provides a quality, inclusive and specialist education for pupils with severe and complex learning difficulties and autistic spectrum disorders.
We are committed to:
An inclusive approach to teaching and learning to provide equal opportunities for all pupils
Providing a positive, stimulating, child-centred learning environment, where everyone is valued and respected
Promoting the personal qualities of individuals so that they achieve and contribute to their highest level
Sustaining the highest quality teaching and learning standards
Promoting learning as a life-long process involving a wide community of people including families
All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for this position.
Join Shaw Education Trust – Support, Teach, Lead… Make the Remarkable Happen. At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role holds the power to transform a life. Whether you're supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in the classroom, or leading with vision, you’ll be part of something extraordinary. We are a dynamic and growing family of Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools, proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury. Our mission is to unlock opportunity for every young person—whatever their background, ability, or starting point. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to their growth. Through high-quality training, apprenticeships, talent acceleration, and research opportunities, we empower our staff to thrive as skilled, confident professionals and we champion wellbeing, value every voice, and create a culture where you feel supported, motivated, and inspired to make a real difference. You will join a collaborative network of schools where shared expertise and professional community fuel success. Every academy in our Trust has an equal voice, and every colleague plays a vital part in shaping tailored learning experiences that raise aspirations and build brighter futures. At the heart of our work is a deep respect for the children and young adults we serve—our “precious cargo.” We are proud to "exactly like nothing else” and bridge the gap between education and the wider world, preparing every st