Science Teacher in Kendal

Salary of up to £35,672 per annum (DOE). Full time – 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Seeking to appoint for January 2027 or earlier by mutual agreement.

Whinfell School, part of The Cambian Group, the UK’s largest provider of specialist services in education, mental health rehabilitation and learning disabilities, is looking for an enthusiastic, committed Science Teacher. We offer excellent training and career progression opportunities as well as a variety of staff benefits.

Job Role: We offer an extensive curriculum to our students and currently require an enthusiastic and committed Science Teacher. You will have a flexible, creative and practical approach to learning, be responsible for developing individualised/small group programmes, work in small class sizes (up to 3 students with dedicated learning support) and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. We are ideally looking for someone to work 5 days per week, teaching across the key stages.

Candidate Profile: We are looking for somebody who has drive, vision and who is passionate about the teaching profession and committed to a high‑quality service. If you have an interest in working with special needs students this is an ideal place to use your skills in this highly rewarding and challenging field of education. Required qualities include:

• Well organised and able to plan a structured learning environment.
• Practical, creative and inventive.
• Looking to develop expertise in special needs and Autism.
• A contributor to the schools multi‑disciplinary team approach.
• Managing complex behaviours.
• Experience of preparing students for a range of qualifications including GCSE.
• A passion for teaching with the ability to plan and deliver inspiring lessons.
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• An ability to focus on the progress of students on a whole school basis and assess how well specific learning outcomes are being achieved in class.
• Willingness to contribute to cross‑ and extra‑curricular initiatives and teach outside the classroom.
• Ideally, experience of SEND.

Main responsibilities: creating and following long and medium term plans, lesson planning, delivering the curriculum to a class group, and supporting students with ASC in learning activities and personal skills. You will have the opportunity to work as part of a skilled multi-disciplinary team, aiming to expand the horizons and improve the skills of young people. We deliver expert care and education whilst incorporating opportunities for staff and students to experience the fun side of life. The role is challenging but also extremely rewarding. We have successful experience of supporting newly qualified teachers through the induction year and would welcome applications from experienced and newly qualified teachers, or those willing to work towards qualifications.

Why work at Whinfell? Rated "OUTSTANDING" for 5 consecutive times by Ofsted. Small classes of no more than 3 students. The beautiful rural location in the Lake District town of Kendal means we can provide "Therapeutic Outdoor Learning". Contribute to a school that provides stability, consistency and a sense of belonging for our students. Friendly teams and a great support network of internal professionals. Real career progression opportunities, employee discount scheme, contributory pension scheme, background checks at no cost to you.

Whinfell School is an independent residential special school and care home based in Kendal, Cumbria, for young people (age 7‑19) with a diagnosis of Autism. The school follows the National Curriculum and supports students to gain the best possible outcomes.

Contact: If you wish to speak with someone regarding this vacancy please contact Paddy Sandham on 01539 760293. Successful candidates will have to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post.