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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 

Latest Kirklees School Jobs

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
121 Teaching Assistant Required for School in Dewsbury- September Start About the role: At Engage Education, we’ve specialised in recruiting teaching assistants for over a decade, so we know a bit …

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Early Career Teacher (ect) – Primary Supply | September Start

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
Early Career Teachers needed for supply in Schools in Dewsbury and surrounding areas At Engage Education, we’ve spent over a decade making sure our Early Career Teachers are happy and …

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Trainee Send Teaching Assistant – Primary School

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
📍 Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire💷 Pay: £10.00 – £13.00 per hour (above apprenticeship rate)📅 Start Date: September 2026🕒 Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity Start your …

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Behaviour Mentor

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
Behaviour Mentor Required – Primary School (WF17) About the Role A rewarding opportunity has become available for a Behaviour Mentor to join the supportive and nurturing team. This role involves …

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Teaching Assistant- Primary School

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
Teaching Assistant – Dewsbury  We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Dewsbury. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a …

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Apprentice Secondary Teaching Assistant

  • Sector: Secondary

Job Description:
Trainee Teaching Assistant – Secondary School  Secondary Teaching Assistant | Learning Support Assistant | Classroom AssistantLocation: Dewsbury Pay: £10.00 – £13.00 per …

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Primary Supply Teacher- September

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
Primary Supply Teachers needed for  Schools in Dewsbury At Engage Education, we’ve spent over a decade making sure our primary supply teachers are happy and supported, and offered …

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Trainee Teaching Assistant – Paid Training & Qualification Included

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
Trainee Teaching Assistant – Paid Training & Qualification Included Huddersfield (HD7)£10.00 – £13.00 per hourFull-Time | September 2026 StartFully Funded Level 3 Qualification Included …

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Primary Supply Teacher

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
Supply Teachers needed for Primary Schools in Batley & Dewsbury At Engage Education, we’ve spent over a decade making sure our supply teachers are happy and supported, and offered …

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Sen Teaching Assistant

  • Sector: Primary

Job Description:
SEN Teaching Assistant – Batley  We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Batley. This is a fantastic opportunity to make …

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