Teacher - The Cedars School

Hexagon Care Services; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexagon Care Services is seeking a compassionate Teacher for The Cedars School, specializing in ASD provision. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment, focusing on tailored education for students with additional needs. With a competitive salary and numerous benefits, this position is ideal for individuals passionate about improving the lives of young people.

Benefits

Small class sizes

37-hour work week with access to school holidays

Strong work-life balance

Comprehensive induction and CPD

Wellbeing support access

Electric vehicle scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of learners with additional needs required.
• Knowledge in Maths and/or Science necessary.
• Ability to deliver a bespoke educational approach.

Responsibilities

• Support students with ASD and SEMH in a tailored learning environment.
• Deliver a broad and balanced curriculum with a focus on individual needs.
• Build trusting relationships to inspire and motivate learners.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Building positive relationships

Outstanding classroom practice

Commitment to raising standards

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

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Job title: Teacher
Location: Hinckley, Leicestershire
School: The Cedars School - ASD Provision
Salary:£31,000 - £41,000 Depending on Experience and Qualifications
Location Bonus: £2000

Make a Real Difference – Not Just a Living
Tired of the mainstream treadmill and overcrowded classrooms? Ready to make a real impact in a supportive, close-knit environment?

Are you a caring, compassionate individual with a passion for supporting young people with ASD, Social, Emotional, Mental Health needs? Do you thrive in a role where you can truly connect with students and be part of a team that changes lives?

About Us
Hexagon Care Services is a national provider of residential care, education, and therapy for young people. With over 80 homes and schools across England, we collaborate closely with local authorities to provide specialised services, including therapeutic care, crisis intervention, and support for children with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. Our mission is to offer safe, stable environments where young people can build resilience and develop skills for a brighter future.

About The Cedars School
The Cedars school is located in Leicestershire, LE9, sharing the same site as our Cedars residential home, and is a small specialist school for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder/Condition (ASD/ASC). Our school is just north of a town called Hinckley and is easily accessible from Nuneaton, Leicester and some areas of Coventry.

We are looking to appoint a teacher with a strong understanding of learners with additional needs. A knowledge and understanding of Maths and/or Science is required for the role and the ability to focus on a tailored and bespoke approach to education.

The Curriculum
Our curriculum is broad, balanced, and tailored to meet the needs of each individual student. We offer a range of accreditation routes including ASDAN, Entry Level and Functional Skills, with more academically able students encouraged to work toward BTECs and GCSEs.

We’re seeking a teacher with a strong understanding of additional needs—particularly in Maths and/or Science—and the ability to deliver a tailored and bespoke approach to education.

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for teaching students with SEMH.
• An ability to build positive, trusting relationships and inspire learners.
• A deep understanding of outstanding classroom practice.
• A commitment to raising standards and enriching the curriculum.
• A belief in improving the lives and outcomes of all young people.

What Ofsted Says

“The impact of the school’s work on pupils’ social and academic outcomes is remarkable.”

“Staff are extremely positive about working at this school. They feel valued and supported.”

“The school and the proprietor body have a strong moral imperative. They are passionate about making a difference to the lives of disadvantaged pupils.”

What We Offer

• Small class sizes – no more than 6 pupils.
• A 37-hour working week with full access to school holidays.
• A strong work-life balance with reduced marking and assessment.
• A comprehensive induction and excellent CPD from our in-house L&D team.
• A dedicated, supportive and enthusiastic team that puts pupils first.
• Access to wellbeing support, including GP Hero, Able Futures, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Additional Benefits:

• Electric vehicle scheme
• Ride to work scheme
• Long service bonus
• Monthly staff prize draw
• Annual Christmas celebration contribution
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual staff awards ceremony

Please note, Hexagon Care Services does not hold a sponsorship licence and as such we are unable to support any candidates who do not already have right to work. This is a permanent position, if you have right to work but with an expiry date, we are more than welcome to receive your application but please note you would only be eligible for an interim contract linked to your RTW expiry.

All hiring managers at Hexagon Care Services are trained by safer recruitment consortium accredited trainers, and all positions in regulated activity with children will be required to undergo safer recruitment and onboarding checks prior to commencement. This will include an enhanced DBS and/or children’s barred list check.

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