Maths and Science Teacher

The Witherslack Group; Grange-Over-Sands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent education provider in Grange-Over-Sands is seeking a Maths and Science Teacher to work with children and young people with diverse educational needs. The ideal candidate should have a genuine passion for teaching, experience, and the ability to build relationships with students. The role offers a well-resourced environment and extensive support to help develop a rewarding teaching career. Benefits include training, full holidays, options for career progression, and various flexible benefits.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Career development opportunities

Flexible benefits options

Pension schemes

Wellbeing support tools

Medical cover for appointments

High-street discounts

£1,000 recommend-a-friend bonus

Qualifications

• Resilient and dedicated attitude towards teaching.
• Previous teaching experience required.
• Professional qualifications related to Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Work with children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and other needs.
• Help students learn and develop their abilities.
• Support students' self-esteem through engagement.

Skills

Passion for Maths and Science

Ability to build relationships

Team player

Experience with SEMH/SEN/ASD

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Key responsibilities and qualifications

You'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.

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 our young people to be themselves. You'll be more than a Maths and Science 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 Maths and Science 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 Status, Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Support and resources

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.

About Oversands School

One of the best environments in SEND, Oversands 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 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 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 training
• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays
• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here
• Pension: We offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers' Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative
• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an optician or dentist appointment and a host of high‑street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here
• A recommend‑a‑friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

Bring your whole‑self to work