Pe teacher

Job Summary

We are looking for a teacher with experience working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly autism and/or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. You will join Witherslack Group’s Luxborough Court School, a brand‑new purpose‑built facility for 150 pupils aged 5‑19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. The salary is up to £65,283 and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

You will support children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and SEMH needs, helping them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self‑esteem. You will work alongside in‑house psychologists, teaching assistants and therapy professionals to create meaningful daily learning experiences. The role demands resilience, dedication and a commitment to achieving “huge small victories.”

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience in a SEN or special education setting
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

What We Do For You

For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector.

• Training – a full induction and on‑the‑job training
• Holiday – full school holidays for dedicated teachers
• Progression – most head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits – you can adjust benefits such as life insurance
• Pension – we offer a range of pensions including Teachers’ Pension and TPS alternative
• Well‑being – a host of tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover – you can claim back costs for opticians, dentist appointments and other high‑street discounts
• Beautiful working environments – top‑class facilities across our schools
• A referral scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time
• Bring your whole‑self to work – we encourage authenticity and self‑expression

Inclusion and Diversity

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is core to our identity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences and the unique strengths of each person. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities, and we are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer.

Safeguarding and DBS

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal‑opportunity employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.