Teacher

WG060 Witherslack Group Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Holiday entitlement

Career progression

Flexible benefits

Pension options

Wellbeing resources

Modern facilities

Referral bonus

Job summary

Witherslack Group Ltd invites applications for a fixed-term teaching role at Lakeside School, Liverpool, supporting children and young people with SEND, including ASD/SEMH. You’ll deliver engaging lessons, foster self-esteem, and work with a multidisciplinary team including in-house psychologists and therapy staff.

The school has high Ofsted ratings and strong resources. Applicants should have Qualified Teacher Status and prior teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Full teaching experience is required.
• Qualified Teacher Status is essential.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Up to £55,720 + excellent benefits Please Note : This is a fixed term role from February to July 2027

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.

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 Lakeside School is an independent specialist day school providing high quality education, based in Liverpool. The school meets the needs of pupils aged 5 to 16 years with special needs including ADHD, Autism, speech, language & communication difficulties and associated social & emotional difficulties. Our recent Outstanding rating from Ofsted recognises Lakeside’s reputation as one of the leading SEN provisions in the Northwest of England.

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 opticians 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

You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status

Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

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. For a full job description and person specification. To view our ex-offenders policy. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools.

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. Our teams 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, just 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. We live and learn with children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties (such as Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, or speech, language and communication needs), ADHD or complex learning needs. We have the most joined-up model in SEN, the best environments and we are proud of what we do. Mission: We are the leading provider of specialist education and care for children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties (autistic spectrum conditions; speech, language and communication needs), ADHD and complex learning needs.