KS2 Teacher

Keys Group; Stockport; On-site; GBP 23,000 - GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Stockport is seeking a dedicated teacher to deliver high-quality, inclusive education for pupils with complex needs. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning engaging lessons and adapting strategies based on pupil progress. Ideal applicants should demonstrate resilience and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Competitive benefits include an enhanced pension scheme and fully funded training programs.

Benefits

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Staff Referral Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Access to a blue light discount card

Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues

Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications

Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and discounts

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour.
• Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and behaviour management in special education settings.
• Resilience, empathy, adaptability, and passion for supporting vulnerable pupils.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, evidence-informed lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils.
• Use assessment data to monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Promote pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and specialist staff.

Job description

Purpose of the Role

To plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching that meets the diverse needs of pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviours.

About Acorns Marple

Welcome to Acorns School, where we empower young people to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

Our school is built on a foundation of support, care, and a dedication to nurturing each pupil’s unique journey.

With a strong history of helping children who have faced difficult periods in their lives, Acorns School provides a safe, inclusive, and positive environment where every child can thrive, regardless of gender, disability, or background.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, evidence-informed lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils, including those with SEND and trauma histories.
• Use assessment data to monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Promote pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development through trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning, consistent with the school’s behaviour policy and Staff Code of Conduct.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and specialist staff to provide effective support

Requirements

• Proven experience teaching pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour
• Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and behaviour management in special education settings.
• Commitment to professional conduct, safeguarding, and the Staff Code of Conduct.
• Ability to plan, deliver, and assess effective teaching and learning
• Resilience, empathy, adaptability, and passion for supporting vulnerable pupils

Benefits of Joining Keys Group

• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a blue light discount card
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
• Life assurance

Commitment to Equality and Armed Forces Covenant

Keys Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families, through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible service personnel and veterans are guaranteed an interview when their military experience is detailed in their CV. We provide veteran-friendly policies, peer support, and military awareness training.

The Teacher is accountable to the Headteacher and Proprietor Body for the quality of teaching, pupil progress, safeguarding, and adherence to the Staff Code of Conduct. Keys Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference verification.

Location Stockport, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom