Overview
Up to £53,835 + excellent benefits. Those Huge Small Victories sit at the heart of our work. Our 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 for 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.
You’ll be working with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You will help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self‑esteem. You need to be resilient and dedicated, and the huge small victories you achieve will make you proud.
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 to build a rewarding teaching career.
One of the best environments in SEND
The transformational effect of Avon Park School is consistently witnessed by parents, carers and professionals alike. The school’s strong ethos is “high expectations and aspirations for every child.” It recently achieved an Outstanding rating by Ofsted.
All staff—including teaching, pastoral and therapy—work in a truly collaborative way to ensure every pupil develops academically, emotionally and personally. This whole‑school commitment sees pupils with ADHD, ASD, Asperger’s or SEMH grow into capable and confident young people who want to succeed.
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 bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people. In addition to your salary you’ll get:
* Training: a full induction and on‑the‑job training
* Holiday: full school holidays
* Progression: most senior leaders are promoted from within our group
* Flexible benefits: you can increase or decrease benefits such as life insurance – see our benefits guide
* Pension: a range of pensions, including the Teachers’ Pension and a very attractive TPS alternative
* Well‑being: a host of wellbeing tools and advice, including employee assistance
* Medical cover: claim back costs such as optician or dentist appointments and many high‑street discounts
* Beautiful working environments with the best facilities – see our schools
* Recommend‑a‑friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time you refer a successful candidate
Bring your whole‑self to work
Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity so our teams can engage, encourage and inspire them to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Primary Teacher; you’ll connect with pupils because of:
* Your ‘can‑do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
* Your genuine passion for teaching primary‑aged children 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 also need previous teaching experience and 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 truly belongs.
As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we embrace individuality and champion difference – especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences and the unique strengths 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 better support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every team member can thrive, grow and be their authentic self.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS (we will cover the cost) and an online search. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people.
For a full job description and person specification, please refer to the attached documents. To view our ex‑offenders policy, please refer to the company policy. To view our Child Protection Policy, please refer to the relevant section of our School/Learning centre. Additional resources can be found through our internal links.
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