Kirklees Teaching Jobs
About Kirklees
With its charming scenery and rich history, the Metropole of Kirklees can be a wonderful new start for anyone. With loads of attractions such as spas, museums, galleries and country parks there is entertainment for everyone from all walks of life.
Kirklees boasts a consignment of options available in the education sector. This includes adult education and free early education. Thus there is no doubt Kirklees proves to be an environment where any teacher is bound to thrive.
Kirklees lies along the Huddersfield Line of the TransPennine Express network, with services calling at Huddersfield and Dewsbury. Direct Grand Central services to London King’s Cross call at Mirfield. The urban areas of Kirklees are served by M62 and M1 motorways.
How much is the cost of living in Kirklees?
In comparison with other large cities, Huddersfield in Kirklees has a relatively low cost of living. The average cost is £1, 092 which could be deemed as affordable according to the average monthly salary which is £2, 066. The average house rent is £671.
What schools are there in Kirklees?
Of the 91 registered schools in Kirklees:
- 7 were rated outstanding in their latest OFSTED inspection, who 50 schools rated good, 12 schools require improvement and 3 schools rated as inadequate
- 31 are academies, 50 are maintained schools, 5 schools are independent and 4 are special education schools
- 79 are primary schools, 16 are secondary schools and 15 are for those aged 16 – 18
- 69 schools in Kirklees have no religious character
Why choose teaching jobs in Kirklees?
- A happy and cheerful metropole with loads of opportunity for personal and professional growth in education
- Lots of leisure, cultural and sporting activities
- Easy commuting links
- Great and welcoming community environment
