English Teacher – Field Gate School

Five Rivers; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Blue Light Card eligibility

Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme

Enhanced company pension (4% employer)

Employee Assistance Programmes

In-house and external training

Long service & recognition schemes

Sick pay

Referral bonus scheme

Job summary

Five Rivers Child Care is expanding its Field Gate School teaching team in Doncaster, seeking an experienced English Teacher to support children and young people aged 6–18. You will deliver learning through a flexible teaching model and apply bespoke therapeutic frameworks in classroom or community settings.

We follow a Trauma-Informed Practice Model, with the Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Gold Award.

Qualifications

• Strong written and IT skills required.
• Excellent communication with children, colleagues and external agencies.
• Genuine passion for trauma-informed education and working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver learning through a flexible teaching model to students aged 6–18.
• Support children in classroom or community settings with bespoke therapeutic frameworks.
• Contribute to a safe, respectful school culture and student voice.

Skills

Strong written IT skills

Communication skills

Ther trauma-informed education

Education

NQTS or QTS registration

Job description

About The Role

Field Gate School is growing, and we are excited to be expanding our teaching team in Doncaster. We are looking for an

About The Role

Field Gate School is growing, and we are excited to be expanding our teaching team in Doncaster. We are looking for an experienced English Teacher who is passionate about supporting children and young people aged 6–18.

You will be joining a dedicated and experienced team within a school culture where children are respected, listened to, and actively involved in their learning journey. Our young people deserve stability, empathy, and educators who believe in them.

As a Teacher with Five Rivers Child Care, each day will be varied, rewarding, and meaningful. You will deliver learning through a flexible teaching model, using bespoke therapeutic and educational frameworks tailored to each individual student. Lessons may take place in the classroom or within the community to support children unable to attend regular school settings.

We follow a Trauma-Informed Practice Model, and our schools have proudly achieved the Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Gold Award—reflecting our commitment to nurturing, supportive education.

About Field Gate School

Field Gate School is a small, specialised education provision offering a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment. Our children and young people thrive within a setting that promotes:

• Rich academic, vocational, and physical learning
• Strong, supportive relationships
• A warm, welcoming culture
• Opportunities to build confidence, self-esteem, and independence

We are an Ofsted-registered school and part of Five Rivers Child Care, one of the UK’s leading providers of alternative education.

Why Join Five Rivers?

We value our staff and are committed to their well-being and professional growth. Benefits include:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Learning & Development team support
• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Enhanced company pension (4% employer contribution)
• Employee Assistance Programmes
• In-house and external training
• Long service & recognition schemes
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Store discounts
• Sick pay
• Referral bonus scheme

Requirements

• NQTS or QTS registration
• Minimum 2 years’ teaching experience (preferred)
• Valid UK driving licence (for community-based teaching)
• Right to Work in the UK
• Strong written and IT skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, colleagues, and external agencies
• A genuine passion for working within specialist or trauma-informed education

If you’re enthusiastic about making a lasting difference in young people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Safeguarding Commitment

Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will undertake thorough child protection checks, including references and an enhanced DBS.