Set in the picturesque village of Heptonstall, high above Hebden Bridge and with magnificent views of the Calder Valley, ours is a small, happy and vibrant school of 50 pupils set at the very heart of the local community. The school was awarded a “Good” Ofsted rating in June 2023.
At Heptonstall School we aim to provide a happy, secure, and caring environment in which children are encouraged to do their best at all times – in learning and in play.
Heptonstall School became part of The Family of Learning Trust in December 2023. The Trust’s commitment to our pupils is that we will attract, retain and develop excellent staff. The personal welfare and professional development of staff is therefore imperative. We put our team at the heart of our vision and use their talents to achieve it. We are looking for equally committed staff to join our team.
The post: To provide support for a child with complex support needs, incorporating support for communication and social interaction.
Experience working in a school setting and with SEND children, ideally supporting children with ADHD, Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) would be an advantage due to the complex demand of pupil’s needs. The ability to implement strategies that enable pupils to expand their independent learning and social development is necessary. Applicants should be caring, patient, calm under pressure, resilient, able to use their initiative, have excellent team working skills and be enthusiastic about providing outstanding care and education for our pupils.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Relate well to children and have experience working with children with SEND
- Are able to work as part of a team
- Are enthusiastic, caring and self-motivated
- Have a positive approach
- Can use their initiative
In return we will offer:
- A friendly, caring and inclusive community where everyone is valued
- A positive ethos that celebrates success at all levels
- Enthusiastic, well behaved pupils who want to learn
- A genuine commitment to CPD and collaborative learning
Benefit package includes:
- Membership of Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution of 14.3%
- Excellent team support and resources
Please visit our website: https://heptonstall.familyoflearningtrust.co.uk/hps/ for an application pack.
Please note we do not accept CVs, only a fully completed Heptonstall, J, I & N School application form (available on the school website) will be accepted.
Please note previous applicants need not apply.
CLOSING DATE: noon on Friday 19th June 2026
For further information about the role please view our website or contact the Head of School, Megan Dodd on 01422 842533.
You will be contacted by email to inform you if you have been selected for an interview, please check you spam box.
The trustees of the Family of Learning Trust and the Governors of Heptonstall J, I & N School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service and other pre-employment checks before the appointment is confirmed.
Heptonstall J, I & N School
Smithwell Lane
Heptonstall
HX7 7NX
01422 842533
[email protected]
www.heptonstallschool.org.uk
Executive Headteacher: Mrs F Pether
Head of School: Miss M Dodd
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