Overview
Up to £53,835 + Excellent Benefits. The successful candidate will be teaching Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students. Experience teaching English would be beneficial. The role involves working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder / Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
Responsibilities
* Teach Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students; English teaching experience is beneficial.
* Help pupils learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem.
* Be resilient and dedicated to supporting students through a tough journey while celebrating the huge small victories that contribute to progress.
* Collaborate with in-house psychologists, teaching assistants and therapy professionals to support pupil outcomes.
* Contribute to creating a well-resourced and supportive school environment.
About the School
One of the best environments in SEND, Oversands School is an independent specialist day school providing high quality education, based in Witherslack, Cumbria. The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with a range of complex learning needs, social and emotional difficulties and challenging behaviours. The lower school is designed with input from the pupils; an upper school offers a broad and impressive range of subjects; and a vocational and post-16 provision delivers extensive courses led by field experts.
What We Do for You
For your hard work and commitment, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package. You’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people. The package includes:
* Training: A full induction and on-the-job training
* Holiday: Full school holidays
* Progression: Career development opportunities from within the group
* Flexible benefits: Options such as life insurance
* Pension: Range of pensions including Teachers’ Pension and TPS alternative
* Wellbeing: Wellbeing tools and employee assistance
* Medical cover and high-street discounts
* Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities
* Recommend a friend scheme
Our Culture and Inclusion
Bring your whole-self to work. Our young people come from diverse backgrounds and needs, and our workforce reflects that diversity. You’ll be able to connect with pupils through:
* Your can-do attitude and teamwork
* Your passion for teaching and subject impact
* Your ability to relate the subject to each pupil and build relationships
* Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department
Qualifications
You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Equality, Safeguarding and Recruitment
We are committed to inclusion and safeguarding. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities. If any adjustments are needed for the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll support you at every step.
How to Apply
For a full job description and person specification, please click here.
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