Job Vacancies

Any current job vacancies will be listed below. You can find out more by contacting Cassy Clark on 01635 42976 or emailing at HR@castle.w-berks.sch.uk. You can also click below on the links to download further details. We look forward to hearing from you.

 

Jobs at our Love Lane and/or Post-16 sites

At The Castle School we support children and young people with a range of complex learning needs from the ages of 3 to 19, offering a range of provision for different ages, stages and needs. We are a very welcoming and open school with a caring and highly-specialised staff team who are committed to supporting the education of all our pupils and make our school a very special place. We pride ourselves on our warm, caring and supportive atmosphere; a place where children can flourish, learn, enjoy and be happy; a community where we value and embrace support from parents, professionals and friends.

 

Class Teacher

Are you innovative?

Passionate about learning?

Someone who wants to make a real difference?

If so, then we need to hear from you…

Due to growth in numbers and an expansion to our team, we wish to appoint a teacher who is committed to the vision and ethos of this innovative, successful and growing special school at an exciting stage in its development. We are keen to hear from primary teachers from either mainstream who are looking for a move into the field of special education, as well as those who currently work in special schools. We would also welcome applications from ECTs.

If you would like to know more please click here for more details. You can also contact Cassy Clark (HR Officer) on 01635 42976 or email at HR@castle.w-berks.sch.uk

Closing date: Wednesday 21 June 2023

Interviews: w/c 26 June 2023

 

Support Assistants

Do you want to make a difference to children’s lives? We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and flexible people with a positive and proactive approach to grow our team. You will be working with students 1 to 1 and in small groups to enable their access to learning. You will work in both our indoor and outdoor classrooms to support the pupils’ learning as directed by the class teacher. You will also be required to assist with the pupil’s personal needs. The ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff is essential.

If you would like to know more please click here for more details. You can also contact Cassy Clark (HR Officer) on 01635 42976 or email at HR@castle.w-berks.sch.uk

Closing date: 11 June 2023

Interviews: w/c 19 June 2023

 

Lunchtime Assistants

Are you a caring and patient person who loves to work with children? Are you seeking a part-time opportunity that keeps your mornings and afternoons free? As a lunchtime assistant, you will be responsible for the setting up of the dining hall with tables and chairs ready for the pupils. You will assist with delivering and serving dinners to pupils and staff. Some of our pupils require specific support with their feeding so you may be allocated to a class to help with this. Once dinner is finished the hall needs tidying and clearing ready for the afternoon and then lunchtime assistants support the students in the playground until the end of break. You will also be supporting the lunch breaks of the classroom staff during your shift.

If you would like to know more please click here to see the advert, download further details and apply. You can also contact Cassy Clark (HR Officer) on 01635 42976 or email at HR@castle.w-berks.sch.uk

Closing date: 11 June 2023

Interviews: w/c 19 June 2023

 

Jobs at our Castle @ Theale ASD/SEMH site

The Castle @ Theale is a brand-new provision for students aged 11-19 with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) and ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) needs, run by The Castle School. We will have a new class of students in September and are looking to grow our team to support them. Please look at the jobs below:

 

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to create exceptional learning environments and support the delivery of an exciting curriculum in a truly therapeutic setting. You will have experience of working with SEMH/ASD children and a passion for person centred learning and therapeutic approaches.

You will support the needs of pupils as individuals or in small groups throughout the day. You will be required to help implement educational plans and provide assistance with programmes devised by other professionals and therapists.

You will have excellent people skills and a warm and caring personality. The ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and other staff is important. Opportunities for training are available and all staff are encouraged to take up these opportunities.

If you would like to know more and find out how to apply just click here. You can also contact Cassy Clark (HR Officer) on 01635 42976 or email at HR@castle.w-berks.sch.uk

Closing date: Tuesday 6 June 2023

Interviews: Friday 9 June 2023

 

Finance Officer

We are looking to appoint a highly talented and dedicated Finance officer to join our hard working and friendly team.

If you would like to know more and find out how to apply, just click here. You can also contact Cassy Clark (HR Officer) on 01635 42976 or email at HR@castle.w-berks.sch.uk

Closing date: 5 June 2023 at 12 noon

Interviews: w/c 12 June 2023

 

Administration Assistant

We are looking for an experienced administrator to join our friendly team. You will provide general clerical and administrative support to the school. This is a new role and so you will be responsible for all administration tasks including reception duties.

If you would like to know more and find out how to apply, just click here. You can also contact Cassy Clark (HR Officer) on 01635 42976 or email at HR@castle.w-berks.sch.uk

Closing date: 4 June 2023

Interviews: 9 June 2023

 

Working for our Team

Have you got the energy, vision and passion for SEN and a good sense of fun to join our outstanding team? Are you a warm and caring persons? Although we may not have the role for you above at the moment please contact Kate Mason on 01635 42976 or via email at HR@castle.w-berks.sch.uk to have a chat and register your interest so that we can alert you when a suitable job comes up.

 

Important Safeguarding Information

At The Castle School, we are committed to safeguarding all our pupils. As such, before applying for any of our vacancies listed at the bottom of this page, click below to read about Safeguarding and Recruitment as well as our safeguarding policy. You should also read the DfE document "Keeping Children Safe in Education Part One: Information for all staff":