English Teacher

£58,941 + Excellent Benefits

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.

Get out what you put in.

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 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. 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.

Queensmead House School is located on a historic site with views of Windsor Castle. This inspiring setting, with a rich heritage of education, is now home to a specialist learning environment recently rated Good by Ofsted. QHS is an independent specialist day school, with both primary and secondary settings providing high‑quality education. The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviours.

• 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:
  Career development opportunities, with most of our head teachers and leaders promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits:
  Ability to increase or decrease benefits such as life insurance
• Pension:
  Teachers’ Pension and attractive TPS alternative
• Well‑being:
  Tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover:
  Claim back the cost of opticians or dentist appointments and high‑street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities
• A recommend‑a‑friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

• Your ‘can‑do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
• Your genuine passion for teaching and the impact your subject can have on young lives
• The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class
• Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department
• Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status

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.