English Teacher

Witherslack Group; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in the UK is seeking a Teacher to work with children who have Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning needs. You will collaborate with experienced colleagues in a well-resourced environment. The role requires Qualified Teacher Status and a genuine passion for fostering student development. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are provided.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Flexible benefits

Pension options

Wellbeing tools

Medical cover

Quality working environments

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience required.
• Genuine passion for teaching English.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Help develop abilities and raise self-esteem.
• Collaborate with colleagues for high-quality teaching.

Skills

Passion for education

Ability to relate subjects

Strong relationship building

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Up to £55,277 + excellent benefits. Those Huge Small Victories.

Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people. There are 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, while they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

Get out what you put in. You\'ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but the huge small victories you achieve will be something you\'re really proud of.

As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you\'ll receive support from in-house psychologists, teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be experts in their fields, the school environments will be well-resourced, and we\'ll be with you every step of the way to help you build a rewarding teaching career.

One of the best environments in SEND

Hilden Park School is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art school catering primarily for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger\'s and Speech, Language and Communication needs. The school provides education for up to 72 children aged 8 to 16. This new opportunity serves Tonbridge and the wider community, placing you at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

What we do for you

We know you\'re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with an excellent salary and benefits package. With us, you\'ll bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people.

• Training: A full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday: You\'ll work hard at WG, so you\'ll be rewarded with full school holidays
• Progression: Many head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits: You can adjust benefits such as life insurance
• Pensions: A range of pensions to suit your lifestyle, including Teachers\' Pension and TPS
• Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover: Reimbursement for optician or dentist costs and access to discounts
• Quality working environments: Modern facilities across our schools
• Recommend a friend: A £1,000 bonus for referrals when applicable

Responsibilities

Work with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise self-esteem. Be resilient and dedicated, with the aim of achieving positive progress for each pupil. Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality teaching and support within well-resourced environments.

Requirements

Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) are required. You should have a genuine passion for English, the ability to relate your subject to each pupil, and the skills to build strong relationships within your class. You should be able to work as part of a team and contribute to developing the department.

Equality, Inclusion and Safeguarding

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone is respected, valued and able to belong. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you need adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we\'ll assist you every step of the way. The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Policies

For a full job description and person specification, and to view our policies, please refer to the appropriate resources within the organisation.