English Lead Teacher

Overview

This role will commence in September 2026.
Up to £53,835 + TLR + excellent benefits. The TLR will be awarded following the successful completion of the probationary period.

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.

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. You’ll work in well-resourced school environments and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.

Our Castle fell School is a purpose-built, state of the art school catering primarily for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, also providing for children with autism who have moderate learning needs. The school provides education for up to 50 children aged 8 to 16.

This opportunity serves Rudgeway and the wider communities, with a focus on ensuring every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

We reward you with a competitive salary and benefits package in the education sector. You’ll bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people:

• Training: A full induction and on the job training
• Holiday:
  Full school holidays
• Progression:
  Many leaders in our group have been promoted from within
• Flexible benefits: options to adjust benefits such as life insurance
• Pension: a range of pensions including Teachers’ Pension and TPS option
• Wellbeing: wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover: optician/dentist costs and high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities
• Refer-a-friend scheme with a £1,000 bonus

Our young people come from diverse backgrounds and with different needs, and our workforce reflects that. You’ll connect with our pupils through:

• Your can-do attitude and team-working approach
• Your passion for teaching English and its impact
• The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build relationships
• Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department
• Evidence of previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status

We’re committed to inclusivity, equality and safeguarding. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities. If you need adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there to help.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD