About the role
* Can do attitude and a team player who rolls up sleeves to help others.
* Genuine passion for Science and the impact your subject can have on young lives.
* Ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class.
* Enthusiasm and expertise to build your department.
* Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status.
* Work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
* Help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self‑esteem.
* Resilience and dedication to support their progress.
This position is to cover maternity leave; the successful candidate will be expected to start employment in January 2026.
Inclusion and EEO
At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. 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 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.
We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
Salary and Benefits
Up to £53,835
* Training: Full induction and on‑the‑job training.
* Holiday: Full school holidays.
* Progression: Opportunities for career development; many leaders have been promoted from within our group.
* Flexible benefits: Adjust your benefits such as life insurance.
* Pension: Teachers' Pension and attractive TPS alternative.
* Wellbeing: Wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance.
* Medical cover: Claim back costs for optician, dentist appointments and a host of high‑street discounts.
* Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities.
* Referral scheme: £1,000 bonus every time you recommend a friend who is hired.
Work Environment
Westmorland School is known for its awards, accolades and glowing praise from parents and professionals. It caters for two distinct areas of special educational need within one school, delivering a differentiated approach with BEARS and CATS settings. The school's Ofsted outstanding verdicts and exemplary outcomes highlight its success.
Additional Information
Here’s what you’ll get from us: we’ll support you with in‑house psychologists, teaching assistants, and therapy professionals. Colleagues are experts, and the environment is well‑resourced to help you build a rewarding teaching career.
You’ll be more than a Science Teacher; you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of the unique ways we adapt teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
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