About this role
Job Title: Class Teacher
Full Time Equivalent Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 (M1 to UPS3)
TLR Allowance: £2,786 (SEN 1)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week
Provisional Start Date: 01 September 2026 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks)
Your opportunity to make a difference at Brook Academy!
We are seeking an inspirational and committed Class Teacher to join Brook Academy, someone who is passionate about delivering meaningful, engaging education for young people with SEMH and SCL needs.
At Brook Academy, you will play a vital role in transforming the educational journeys of pupils who require specialist support. You will help students build confidence, develop positive behaviours and gain the skills they need to succeed both in school and beyond.
About the role
As a Class Teacher at Brook Academy, you will:
Deliver high-quality, engaging teaching that meets the diverse needs of learners with SEMH and SCL needs Create a positive, structured and nurturing classroom environment where pupils feel safe and supported Plan and adapt lessons to ensure accessibility, challenge and progress for all learners Support pupils in developing emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour for learning Build strong, trusting relationships that promote confidence and engagement Contribute to a curriculum that balances academic achievement with personal and social development Work collaboratively with support staff, families and external professionals to provide holistic support Monitor progress closely and adapt provision to ensure every pupil can succeed Prepare pupils for successful transition into further education, training or employment pathways Uphold and promote the academy’s values of equity, resilience and togetherness in all aspects of school life About you
You will be:
A qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS or equivalent) with strong classroom practice Committed to inclusive education and passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs Experienced in, or motivated to work within, a special school or alternative provision setting Skilled in adaptive teaching and able to personalise learning effectively A confident communicator who can build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues Patient, resilient and empathetic, with a genuine desire to make a difference Passionate about behaviour support, emotional wellbeing and pupil development A reflective practitioner who thrives in a collaborative team environment Demonstrating high standards in line with the Teachers’ Standards (with sustained impact for UPS applicants) Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification prior to submitting an application.
About Brook Academy
The Brook Academy is a special school in Gloucester with supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health as the primary need for students, and speech, language and communication need as a secondary need. Our mission is to consistently deliver excellent educational experiences for young people aged 11-16, improving their life chances and serving our communities .
The school community core values are equity, resilience, and togetherness. This drives our reflective practice of making positive impact to meet the need of every child.
We aim to provide all our students with opportunities for widening participation and strengthening developed relationships to ensure high expectations in their behaviour and attitudes for personal development and achievements in their academic and vocational learning. We aim to empower all our staffing team in their roles to develop high quality CPD to enable them to carry out their roles faithfully to meet the needs of the school community and trustwide commitment to equity through education. We will be delighted to welcome colleagues inspired by our vision to join us.
Why CLF?
We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.
We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
What we can offer you:
Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme. Comprehensive induction and ongoing support for career development and wellbeing. Sector-leading professional development entitlement and opportunities. Collaboration with colleagues across the trust through subject communities and specialist networks. Shared CLF curriculum, written and curated by trust experts, reducing individual teacher workload. Career enhancing and progression opportunities within the trust and through the CLF Institute. A collaborative culture which supports workload. Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme. Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs. A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay. Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking and many more! Recruitment timeline:
Closing Date: 14 June 2026 @11:59pm Shortlisting: 15 June 2026 Interviews: 22 June 2026 We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.
As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.