Up to
£53,835 + Excellent
benefitsPlease
note: Early Years experience is beneficial but not essential for
this 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
SENDOversands
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.“Here we know every pupil, their
story, how we can help and importantly how they can succeed.” This
statement is brought to life through a dedicated lower school
designed with input from the pupils; an upper school that offers a
broad and impressive range of subjects; and a vocational and
post-16 provision that delivers extensive courses and opportunities
led by experts in their
field. 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