TEACHER OF EDUCATION & CHILDCARE in Windsor

Please note that the successful candidate will be expected to teach both PE and PSHE. 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 be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem.

As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you will 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 will be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.

Queensmead House School is located on a historic site with views of Windsor Castle. This inspiring setting, with a rich heritage of education, is now home to a specialist learning environment recently rated Good by Ofsted. QHS is an independent specialist day school, with both primary and secondary settings providing high quality education. The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviours.

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 get:

• Training: A full induction and on the job training
• Holiday: You will work hard at WG, so you will be rewarded with full school holidays
• Career Development: 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
• Pension: We offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative
• 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
• 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 will be more than a Teacher; you will 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
• You will also need previous teaching experience and have 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 when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we are 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.