Five Rivers
English Teacher - Salisbury
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English Teacher - Salisbury
Teaching Vacancy: Experienced English Teacher (Ages 6–18) at Five Rivers Child Care
About the Role
Our growing school in Salisbury is seeking dedicated Teachers to join our supportive, child-centred team. We value flexibility, collaboration, and a commitment to holistic, personalised education. Currently, we’re recruiting for an Experienced English Teacher.
Key Highlights:
- Work with a trauma-informed, therapeutic school model (holder of the Attachment and Trauma-Sensitive School Gold Award).
- Support bespoke learning for children/youth with diverse needs, both in and out of the classroom.
- Join The Spires, a ‘Good’-rated Ofsted alternative education setting (ages 6–18).
- Flexible, student-focused structure tailored to individual progress.
The School & Culture
Our Vision at Five Rivers
The Spires prioritises safety, self-esteem, and achievement in a happy, inclusive environment. We blend academic, vocational, and practical education to empower young people who may have experienced significant challenges.
Your Daily Impact
- Engage in flexible teaching frameworks adapted to each student’s needs (linked to therapeutic practices).
- Operate across school/community settings, supporting children whoerman’t attend traditional education settings.
- Collaborate in a trauma-sensitive, disciplined care environment where personal progress matters.
Responsibilities
- Deliver tailored English curriculum (literacy, creative writing, language/language development) to students aged 6–18, accommodating diverse learning styles and emotional needs.
- Engage in flexible scheduling that may extend to outside school premises for community support work.
- Actively contribute to therapeutic education planning, aligned with the school’s attachment-based approach.
- Maintain strong records of progress and engage in individualised student monitoring.
- Support students in building confidence, emotional resilience, and academic self-efficacy.
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Requirements
Essential Criteria
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recordable NQTS.
- Passion for working with students who have additional emotional or behavioural needs.
- Experience in specialist education or therapeutic settings is advantageous (not mandatory but preferred).
- Valid UK driving licence (for community-based work).
- Right to work in the UK.
- Excellent written and digital communication skills (Dyslexia-friendly systems available).
- Ability to listen actively, empower students through conversation, and collaborate with colleagues.
Desired Attributes
- Prior experience teaching in alternative school settings.
- Comfortable adapting teaching methods to therapeutic approaches.
- Commitment to continuous professional development in safeguarding and trauma-informed practice.
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About Five Rivers
- Holistic development focus: Academic, vocational, physical, and emotional growth.
- Leadership investment: Personalised development planning + ongoing learning opportunities.
- A trusted Ofsted-registered modality for alternative education provision.
Hours
- Term-time only, aligned with Wiltshire Local Authority.
- Full-time contract (37.5 hrs/week)
- Wednesday: 08:30–17:00
- All other days: 08:30–16:30
Benefits
- Professional growth: Structured training & learning programmes.
- Wellbeing support:
- Employee assistance programmes.
- Simply Health Medical Cash Plan.
- Work-life balance:
- Enhanced company pension (4% contribution).
- Blue Light discount card.
- Recognition scheme:
- Refer-a-friend bonus.
- Long service awards.
Our Commitment
Five Rivers is a child-centred organisation, prioritising wellbeing, equality, diversity, and inclusion. This opening is open to applicants of all backgrounds, activities, and perspectives.
Safeguarding Policy
Every applicant must pass DBS screening, pre-employment checks, and meet safeguarding standards.
Next Steps
Express your interest or contact the recruitment team on:
☓ Call: 01722 435750 (option 2).
☓ Apply directly: Complete an application form.
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