Food Technology Teacher

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

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the United Kingdom is looking for a qualified teacher to support children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. This role involves helping students build self-esteem and achieve personal progress in a supportive team environment. Excellent benefits and a competitive salary are offered, with the position commencing in January 2026.

Benefits

Full school holidays

Training and on-the-job support

Flexible benefits

Various pension options

Wellbeing tools and employee assistance

Medical cover

Refer-a-friend scheme with £1,000 bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in working with children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development for children with special needs.
• Help pupils achieve personal progress and build self-esteem.
• Collaborate with a supportive team including psychologists and therapy professionals.

Skills

Previous teaching experience

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

Please note that this role is due to commence in January 2026

Up to £55,277 + excellent benefits

Our teachers are fulfilled by making even small positive changes in our young people. This role supports children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs to learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but the positive impact you achieve will be rewarding.

Responsibilities

• Work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs to support learning and development.
• Help pupils achieve personal progress and build self-esteem.
• Be part of a supportive team including in-house psychologists, teaching assistants and therapy professionals.
• Contribute to a aims-focused and well-resourced school environment.

About the School

Opening in Spring 2026, Felden Hall School is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art school for up to 115 pupils. The school provides education for pupils aged 5 - 16 and serves Hemel Hempstead and the wider community, with a focus on outstanding educational experience and individual pupil progress.

What we offer

• Training: A full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday: Full school holidays
• Progression: Many leaders within the group have been promoted from internal roles
• Flexible benefits: option to adjust benefits such as life insurance
• Pension: range of pension options including Teachers' Pension and TPS alternative
• Wellbeing: wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover: coverage for eye care, dental costs and discounts
• Excellent working environments and facilities
• Refer-a-friend scheme with £1,000 bonus

Requirements

• Previous teaching experience
• Qualified Teacher Status

Equality, safeguarding and recruitment

The Witherslack 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. We welcome adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we are better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every team member can thrive and be their authentic self.

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.