English Lead

Overview

Queensmead House School, located on a historic site with views of Windsor Castle, is an independent specialist day school recently rated Good by Ofsted. It delivers high‑quality education in both primary and secondary settings to a diverse group of pupils with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviours.

You will be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and social, emotional and mental‑health needs. Your role involves supporting them to learn, develop their abilities and raise their self‑esteem. You will provide resilient and dedicated teaching, making small, positive changes that add up to big differences.

As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you will receive all the support you need to succeed, including in‑house psychologists, teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be experts, the school environment is well‑resourced, and you will be supported every step of the way.

You will need previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status.

• Training: A full induction and on‑the‑job training.
• Holiday:
  You will enjoy full school holidays.
• Progression:
  Many head teachers and leaders have advanced from within our group.
• Flexible benefits:
  You can adjust benefits such as life insurance to suit your needs.
• Pension:
  We offer a range of pensions, including Teachers' Pension and our attractive TPS alternative.
• Wellbeing:
  Access to wellbeing tools and employee assistance.
• Medical:
  Cover for optician or dentist appointments and high‑street discounts.
• Facilities:
  Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities.
• Referral scheme: A £1,000 bonus for each successful referral.

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 accessible. If you need adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we will be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we better support the children, young people and families we serve.

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.