Primary School Teacher

Witherslackgroup; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Lancaster seeks a dedicated Teacher to support young people with Autism and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Responsibilities include helping students learn, building their self-esteem, and creating an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have teaching experience, Qualified Teacher Status, and a passion for working in specialized education. The role includes a competitive salary, holidays off, training, and various employee benefits for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Full school holidays

Flexible benefits

Employee assistance programs

Medical cover

Training and induction

Wellbeing tools

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Must have previous teaching experience and possess Qualified Teacher Status.
• Ability to build relationships with pupils and relate the subject effectively.
• Skills in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Help young people with Autism and SEMH needs to learn and develop.
• Support students in raising their self-esteem.
• Contribute to creating a nurturing and supportive school environment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Ability to connect with pupils

Team player attitude

Genuine passion for teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

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 are ups and downs, and for some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories, and 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 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.

It can be a tough journey, but positive steps forward will more than make up for it. 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.

One of the best environments in SEND

Enabling young people to progress and succeed is part of Cedar House School’s DNA and is achieved by celebrating the individuality and talents of every young person.

The primary provision ensures a nurturing environment and extensive therapeutic support, allowing a seamless transition to a secondary school with a broad curriculum and far-ranging vocational offer. The state-of-the-art residential offering enables those who reside at the school to benefit from a 24-hour curriculum within a homely and personalised environment.

The result is that each young person develops the skills and confidence to achieve both academic and life successes, where they are given the launchpad to release their potential and leave ready to live life to the full. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted.

What we do for you

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, you will be rewarded with a competitive 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 – plus you’ll get:

• Training: A full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday: Full school holidays
• Progression: Most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits: You can adjust benefits such as life insurance
• Pension: A range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and a TPS alternative
• Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover: Reimburses costs such as optician or dentist appointments and provides high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities
• Refer-a-friend scheme with a £1,000 bonus

Bring your whole-self to work

Our young people come from diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Primary Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of:

• 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
• You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status

Interested in joining us?

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference—especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

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 inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

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, grow, and be their authentic self.

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 check. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

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