Up to £53,835 + excellent benefits
This role is based on our secondary site in Leyland.
Overview
Opening in Autumn 24, Westmorland’s own secondary site with a purpose built, brand new, state of the art school, catering primarily for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech, Language and Communication needs. This secondary site school will provide education for up to 40 children aged 11 to 16. This is an exciting extension to Westmorland school, which is consistently outstanding, and offers the opportunity to serve Leyland and the wider communities; you can be at the heart of its development, supporting the school in advance of its opening, through the construction phase and crucial pre-opening period. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.
What we do for you
We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:
* Training: A full induction and on the job training
* Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays
* Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
* Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance
* Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our TPS alternative
* Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
* Medical cover: claim back costs of items like opticians or dentist appointments and access to high-street discounts
* Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities
* A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time
Responsibilities and expectations
You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder / Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll receive support from in-house psychologists, teaching assistants and therapy professionals, with colleagues who are highly skilled, well-resourced school environments, and ongoing support throughout your career.
Bring your whole self to work: our young people come from diverse backgrounds and with different needs. You’ll be more than a Science Teacher if you have:
* Your can-do attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
* Your genuine passion for Science and the impact your subject can have on young lives
* The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class
* Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department
* You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status
Interested in joining us?
At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference—especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.
By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the Parents and Carers section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here.
#J-18808-Ljbffr