Science Teacher. Job in Chigwell Education & Training Jobs

Witherslack Group; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in special education seeks a dedicated Teacher to work with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and emotional needs. In this role, you will make a significant impact by fostering self-esteem and resilience in students. The position offers a supportive environment with access to psychologists and therapy professionals, ensuring you have the resources needed for success. With competitive salaries and excellent benefits, this is an opportunity to grow your career in a purpose-built school designed for optimal learning. Join a diverse workforce that reflects the backgrounds of the pupils and help create meaningful change.

Benefits

Paid School Holidays

Flexible Benefits

Career Progression Opportunities

Referral Bonus

Medical Cover for Opticians and Dentists

Wellbeing Tools and Employee Assistance

State-of-the-art Facilities

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching young people with special educational needs.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to individual pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and emotional needs.
• Help boost self-esteem and promote resilience among pupils.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Qualified Teacher Status

Passion for Science

Team Spirit

Relationship Building

Job description

Up to £62,771 + excellent benefits

Please note: We can offer transportation from Chigwell and Woodford Station.

Those Huge Small Victories

Our teachers are fulfilled by making even the smallest positive changes in our young people. We celebrate these 'huge small victories'—small on the surface but impactful in making a difference.

Get out what you put in

You'll work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Your role is to help them learn, develop, and boost their self-esteem. Resilience and dedication are essential, but the rewards of these victories are profound.

It can be challenging, but positive progress makes it worthwhile. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you'll receive support from psychologists, teaching assistants, and therapy professionals. Our colleagues are experts, our environments are well-resourced, and we're committed to supporting your career development.

One of the best environments in SEND

Luxborough Court School is a new, purpose-built school for 150 pupils aged 5-19 with ASD. Facilities include a sports hall, bespoke 6th form suite, therapeutic spaces, extensive outdoor areas, and separate playgrounds with a multi-use games area.

Located near Chigwell Station (less than a mile), with good road links via the M11, Junction 4.

What we do for you

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including:

• Full induction and on-the-job training
• Paid school holidays
• Opportunities for career progression within our group
• Flexible benefits, including options to adjust life insurance
• Range of pension schemes, including Teachers' Pension and attractive alternatives
• Wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover for opticians, dentists, and discounts
• State-of-the-art facilities and environments
• Referral bonus of £1,000 per successful recommendation

Bring your whole-self to work

Our diverse workforce reflects the backgrounds of our pupils. To connect effectively, you'll need:

• A 'can-do' attitude and team spirit
• Passion for science and its impact on young lives
• Ability to relate teaching to individual pupils and build strong relationships
• Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status

Interested in joining us?

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. This role requires an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and online searches. We welcome applications from all community sections.

For more details, including the full job description and person specification, please click here.

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Keywords: Special Education, Careers in Care, Working with Children, SEMH, SEN, ASD