Up to £53,835 +
Excellent Benefits ( Please Note this is a maternity cover
role)Those
Huge Small VictoriesOur
teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest
positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little
things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young
people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these
huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface,
they add up to make a big
difference.Get
out what you put inYou’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.It can be a
tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make
up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the
support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to
teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will
be the best at what they do, the school environments will be
well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping
you build a rewarding teaching
career.One
of the best environments in
SENDYou’ll
be joining Abbeywood School, which opened in 2019, located in a
newly refurbished building with every aspect designed to consider
the needs of our pupils. Complemented with a highly experienced and
dedicated staff team, Abbeywood has grown, both in terms of pupil
numbers and reputation, and was recently rated as Good by Ofsted.
We provide a range of educational options for young people with
ADHD, ASD, Asperger’s and SEMH, including an extensive provision of
vocational
courses.What
we do for youWe know you’re
going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we
reward you with the best salary andbenefits 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
trainingHoliday: You’ll
work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school
holidaysProgression: If
career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and
leaders have been promoted from within our
groupFlexible benefits:
meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance –
check out our benefits herePension: we
offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including
Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS
alternativeWellbeing:
a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee
assistanceMedical cover so
you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist
appointment and a host of high-street
discountsBeautiful working
environments with the very best facilities – check out our
schools hereA
recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every
timeBring
your whole-self to workOur young
people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with
different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so
that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people
to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Teacher, you’ll be able
to connect with our pupils because of:- Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their
sleeves to help others- Your genuine passion for
teaching 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
StatusInterested
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.Special
Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education /
Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD