Ks2 Primary Teacher - Asap in Mitcham

We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. 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 lots of ups and downs, and for some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win.

You will be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You will help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you will receive 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, and the school environments will be well-resourced, 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 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.

With us, you will get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people plus you will receive:

• Training: A full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday: Full school holidays
• Career Development: Most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible Benefits: Increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance
• Pension: A range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative
• Medical Cover: Claim back the cost of things like opticians or dentist appointments
• Beautiful Working Environments: With the very best facilities
• Recommend a Friend Scheme: 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, enabling our teams to engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You will be more than a teacher; you will connect with our pupils because of:

• Your can-do attitude as a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
• The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class
• Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. 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 regarding neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

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.