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Please note: The successful candidate must have proven experience teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), as they will be teaching an EYFS class of children. 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. 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 that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the 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. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience ‘a life changing love of learning.’ We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted. Skill set requirements – * Must have worked with pupils who are autistic and have previous experience of this * Needs to be able to communicate in a variety of ways as 70% of our pupils are non-verbal e.g. can use Makaton, picture display symbols – we use PEC’s and PODD, have experience working with non -verbal pupils * Have worked with pupils who display challenging behaviour but would have the will and desire to support pupils to manage their behaviour and also for you to work to understand the function of the behaviour * Be flexible to work with pupils from 4 through to 11 years old * Be able to think outside the box in regards to delivering lessons. We have lots of tools to help support this, but our pupils need a bespoke and accessible curriculum * Have an awareness of autism strategies such as TEACCH, attention autism and use of PODD and be able to use these in practise 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 – plus you’ll get: * 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: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits * Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a EYFS Classroom 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 EYFS 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 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 (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___ For a full job description and person specification, please click To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Our Deputy Head 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 You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Alongside the Head Teacher, you’ll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they’ve achieved. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Deputy Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from the broader management team, to a range of supporting specialists. 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. Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction 4. 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 – plus you’ll get: * 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: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers have been promoted from within our group * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits * Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Deputy Head Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: • You’ll need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status, • You’ll also need a minimum of 2 years leadership and management experience, • Your drive to raise the quality of teaching and learning, • Your understanding of what good behaviours for learning look like, • Your effective leadership and coaching skills, • Your knowledge of how best to use your interpersonal skills to develop a strong staff team Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. 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. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___For a full job description and person specification, please click To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Our Teaching Assistants 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. Check out this video on what life as a ___at Witherslack Group is like! 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 that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed. 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. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience ‘a life changing love of learning.’ We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. Having joined the Witherslack Group family in 2022, Lavender Lodge School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in South London. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted . Skill set requirements – • Must have worked with pupils who are autistic and have previous experience of this, • Needs to be able to communicate in a variety of ways as 70% of our pupils are non-verbal e.g. can use Makaton, picture display symbols – we use PEC’s and PODD, have experience working with non -verbal pupils, • Have worked with pupils who display challenging behaviour but would have the will and desire to support pupils to manage their behaviour and also for you to work to understand the function of the behaviour, • Be flexible to work with pupils from 4 through to 11 years old, • Be able to think outside the box in regards to delivering lessons. We have lots of tools to help support this, but our pupils need a bespoke and accessible curriculum, • Have an awareness of autism strategies such as TEACCH, attention autism and use of PODD and be able to use these in practise 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 – plus you’ll get: * 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: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time * Contributory pension (matched up to 5%) Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Teaching Assistant, 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 * Ideally you’ll have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we can provide you will all the relevant training * Your genuine passion for supporting children to learn and the impact it can have on their lives * Your enthusiasm and expertise to support the teacher and work closely with our therapists 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 (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___For a full job description and person specification, please click To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

£29,028 - £33,496 + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us, here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence and market leading OFSTED ratings. Get out what you put in As a Pastoral Support Assistant you’ll help us meet our young peoples’ emotional needs. Our young people have challenging complex emotional and behavioural needs [Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health] and need more support than most. You’ll make sure they get it by applying high standards of care. It means working with families and developing programs for each individual young person. With careful assessment and planning, you’ll create a positive learning environment where every young person can thrive. With experience working with young people with BESD or ASD in a school or care setting you will understand our young peoples developmental needs and what pastoral care entails. A good listener who can motivate and work in a team, you inspire young people to achieve. Flexibility and good organizational skills mean you’ll be an asset to the Witherslack Group. One of the best environments in SEND Having joined Witherslack Group in 2022, Greenholm School is an independent, specialist day school providing high quality education based in South West London. The school meets the needs of pupils with autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties – and was recently rated Good by Ofsted. What we do for you 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 – plus you’ll get: * 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: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time * Contributory pension scheme – matched up to 5% Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Pastoral Assistant, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: * Previous experience with ASC, ADHD or SEMH pupils and with working with families in challenging circumstances and expertise to support and resolve difficulties * Experience of multi-agency work with an understanding of legislation, policies and guidance around safeguarding and child protection * Ideally - NVQ 3 in Care/Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. 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. For a full job description and person specification, please see the attached document. For a full job description and person specification, please click ______ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___.

Are you a Head Chef looking for a step up or a Chef Manager who wants more of a work life balance? If you have B&I or school catering experience, then we may have the perfect job for you!. Our client is looking for a strong Chef Manager to lead the catering at this independent day school based in SE

£41,010 - £49,149 + excellent benefits For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond and that’s what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence. Our aspirational homes, schools and ethos help us achieve the best possible outcomes. In short, we’re enhancing life opportunities. Our Designated Safeguarding Leads are a huge part of making sure our children and young people’s needs are fully recognised and comprehensively met. You will work as part of the leadership team and report directly to the Head Teacher for this crucial role. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other members of the Witherslack Group team in different locations to enable you to progress and develop your skills and knowledge. As a Designated Safeguarding Lead you will take responsibility for safeguarding within the school, this means that on a daily basis you will be liaising with statutory and non-statutory agencies, parents/carers and staff on matters of wellbeing , child protection and safeguarding and will be a great source of support, advice and expertise in the team. Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction 4. 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 – plus you’ll get: * 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 * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time * Contributory pension scheme – matched up to 5% Our young people and their families come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. As well as having at least 3 years’ experience in a Designated Safeguarding Lead role, we will also look for: * Comprehensive portfolio of CPD related to Safeguarding and Child Protection. * Outstanding interpersonal and problem resolution skills. * A genuinely empathetic approach is also essential * Full UK driving licence 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 (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___For a full job description and person specification, please click To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

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Up to £65,283 + Excellent Benefits Please note: We can offer transportation from Chigwell and Woodford Station Those Huge Small Victories 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 that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the 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 Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction 4. What we do for you 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 – plus you’ll get: • 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: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group, • Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here, • Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative, • Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance, • Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts, • Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here, • A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that 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 Primary 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? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. 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. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Up to £62,771 + Excellent Benefits Please note: We can offer transportation from Chigwell and Woodford Station Those Huge Small Victories 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 that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the 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 Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area. There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction 4. What we do for you 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 – plus you’ll get: • 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: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group, • Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here, • Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative, • Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance, • Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts, • Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here, • A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole-self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that 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 Primary 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? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. 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. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Senior Occupational Therapist £50,000 - £63,000 pro-rata + Fantastic Company Benefits Specialist School – SEMH, Autism Full or Part-Time, 4 to 5 days per week Term-Time but paid across the year Hackney, East London * Are you an OT seeking flexible working patterns? Are you excited by the prospect of having the autonomy to tailor the school’s therapy offering? Then this may be the opportunity for you! Overview: Compass Associates is pleased to be collaborating with a leading provider of specialist care for children on a nationwide scale in the UK. They specialise in bespoke schools and nurturing residential homes that meet each individual’s social and educational needs. In order to help the provider’s deliver specialised and evidence-based treatments that are proven to help tackle the issues faced by its service users, we are working in partnership to headhunt for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join one of their specialist SEMH schools. This unique school is dedicated to supporting children, in small classes of up to 6, enabling the provision of a warm environment that meets their sensory needs. The institution is rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED and excels in supporting students who have become school-phobic or have been out of education for an extended period, guiding them towards successful reintegration into the school system. As the Senior OT, you'll become an integral part of a cohesive and experienced multidisciplinary team, which includes Speech & Language Therapists, Clinical Psychologists, Music Therapists, and Counsellors. While you will be the sole on-site OT, your role involves supervising the delivery of universal care and therapy by core staff, with a small caseload of 1:1 therapy. Additional support will be provided by the Head Teacher and the Regional Lead OT. Location: The role is based at the specialist school in Hackney, North East London and is commutable from Stevenage, Bishop’s Stortford, Chelmsford, Brentwood, Rainham, Whitechapel, Ealing, Wembley, Watford and other surrounding towns and villages. Criteria: • A degree in Occupational Therapy, • HCPC Registration, • Education or CAMHS Experience at a minimum level of band 6 Shift Pattern: As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will be expected to work 4 to 5 days per week (within Mon – Fri). This is quite flexible as applicants wanting 4 days or full-time are also welcome. You will only be required during term-time, but will be paid across the full year. Interview Process: 3 stages: 1st stage is an informal introductory virtual conversation as an opportunity to learn more about the role. This is followed by the 2nd stage – an informal visit at the school. The final stage is a more formal interview with a panel. Salary and Benefits: This Occupational Therapist position pays an equivalent of Band 7 to Band 8a, at £50,000 - £63,000 pro-rata, depending on experience and qualifications. It also includes an industry-leading benefit package as follows: 6 weeks holiday per year during the school holidays CDP and training OFSTED bonuses Comprehensive induction programme Pension Life insurance Cycle to work scheme, and laptop loans High street discounts Birthday treats Long service and employee of the month awards Employee assistance and counselling service Wellbeing support and advice Refer a friend scheme Contact Details: To apply, or for more information and an informal confidential discussion please contact Lijani Cherry at 02394 211 143 or email . A candidate information pack including the full job description and additional info can be made available upon request. Compass Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer £200 John Lewis vouchers for each successful recommendation.

Specialist Occupational Therapist SEN School – Ages 3 to 19 £35 - £40/HR (equivalent to £49,000 to £56,000) Fixed Term Contract (1 Academic Year) | Term-Time only Brent, Northwest London Are you an OT familiar with paediatrics? Are you wishing to avoid the public sector’s bureaucracy? Are you looking to join an exciting and growing independent provider? Then this may be the opportunity for you! Overview: Compass Associates is pleased to be collaborating with a fast-growing provider of Specialist Education in the UK, catering to children from ages 3, right up to 19. The range of backgrounds covered include profound and multiple learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder and complex needs. They are seeking Occupational Therapists, with a range of experience, to join the therapy team, at their large SEN school; rated Outstanding by Ofsted. You will be fully supported by the Head of Therapy and the Lead for Therapy and Wellbeing, as well as the Headteacher. Day to day, you can expect to work alongside the universal therapy offering, with occasional higher priority 1:1 therapy. You will be joining a stable multidisciplinary team of professionals including Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy Assistants, all of whom are dedicated to working towards positive outcomes for every pupil. The school you will be joining is simply breathtaking, with a gym, swimming pool, sensory resource base and extensive outdoor learning areas. In order to help the school provide specialised and evidence-based treatment that are proven to help support the children, we are working in partnership to headhunt for Occupational Therapists. Location: This SEN school is located in the London Borough of Brent and is commutable from Luton, St. Albans, Watford, Enfield, Ilford, Kensington, Hayes, High Wycombe, Rickmansworth and other surrounding towns and villages. Criteria: • HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist, • Experience working in paediatrics, • Familiarity with complex needs and associated medical equipment Shift Pattern: The contract is for a Fixed Term of one academic year. During this time, you will work 36 hours per week, term-time only (39 weeks). Interview Process: This will be a one-stage, competency-based interview, held in person, and carried out with a panel including the company Lead for Therapy and Wellbeing. Salary and Benefits: This Occupational Therapy position pays between £35 and £40 per hour, which equates to £49,000 to £56,000 across the entire school year, and includes an industry-leading benefit package as follows: Excellent pension scheme (matched contributions) Free private healthcare School holidays Career development & professional training Contact Details: To apply, or for more information and an informal confidential discussion please contact Lijani Cherry at 02394 211 143 or email . Compass Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer £200 John Lewis vouchers for each successful recommendation.

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