Head of Department: English. Education & Training

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.

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. You’ll also receive:

• Training: A full induction and on the job training
• Holiday:
  You’ll work with WG to reward you with full school holidays
• Progression:
  Most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits:
  You can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance
• Pension:
  Range of pensions including Teachers' Pension and our TPS alternative
• Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover:
  Reimbursement for optician, dentist appointments and access to high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with high-quality facilities
• A "recommend a friend" scheme offering a £1,000 bonus

youll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You will help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but the “huge small victories” you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll receive support from in-house psychologists, teaching assistants and therapy professionals.

You will contribute to creating an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

Prior teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status are required. You should have the ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build strong relationships with your class, along with enthusiasm and expertise to develop your department. You should be able to connect with our pupils and work effectively as part of a team.

Our new Castle fell School is a purpose-built, brand-new, state-of-the-art school catering primarily for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and also for children with autism who have moderate learning needs. The school provides education for up to 50 children aged 8 to 16. This role serves Rudgeway and the wider communities, with the aim of ensuring every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

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. We welcome adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace.

We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. 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 and be their authentic self.

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