Maths and Science Teacher. Job in Grange-over-Sands Education & Training Jobs

Witherslack Group; Grange-Over-Sands; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Grange-Over-Sands seeks a Maths and Science Teacher dedicated to making a difference. In this role, you'll support students with diverse needs, celebrating their achievements and fostering self-esteem. Ideal candidates will hold Qualified Teacher Status and possess a passion for their subjects. The position offers up to £53,835 in salary along with an extensive benefits package, including training, flexible benefits, and a supportive work environment, ensuring you can make a positive impact in the lives of young people.

Benefits

Full school holidays

Comprehensive training

Progression opportunities

Flexible benefits options

Various pension plans

Wellbeing advisory services

Medical cover

High-street discounts

Beautiful working environments

£1,000 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience is essential.
• Ability to relate subject material to each pupil.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and expertise in subject area.

Responsibilities

• Help children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs learn.
• Build self-esteem and resilience in young people.
• Celebrate small victories in student progress.

Skills

Passion for Maths

Passion for Science

Team player mentality

Ability to build relationships

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Salary: Up to £53,835 + excellent benefits

Please note, this role is for a Maths and Science Teacher.

Those Huge Small Victories

Our 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 in

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.

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 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’ll 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 opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high‑street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities
• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

Bring your whole‑self to work

• 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.

Interested in joining us?

Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose‑led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself.

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.