Witherslack Group
Lower Key-stage 1 Primary Teacher
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Teachers – Lower Key Stage 1 (Autistic Spectrum Disorder / SEMH Needs) £65,283 + Outstanding Benefits
Why Join Us?"Huge Small Victories"**
At Witherslack Group, we celebrate the tiny wins—where every small achievement for our young people leads to meaningful progress. Teaching can be challenging with ups and downs, but witnessing pupils small breakthroughs (like simply staying for a full lesson) creates a deeply rewarding sense of impact.
About the Role
As a member of our specialist teaching team, you will:
- Work with pupils with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ADHD, or related complexities
- Develop tailored learning approaches, foster self-belief, and equip pupils with critical life and educational skills
- Collaborate closely with specialist psychologists, cured-trained assistants, and therapy experts who bolster pupils’ progress
- Thrive in a well-resourced school environment within a distinctive 18th-century building in Mitcham, where pupils achieve their best through bespoke, empowering education
Lavender Lodge School forms part of the esteemed Witherslack Group. Recognised as Good by Ofsted, we pride ourselves on delivering excellent SEND education with a warm, supportive atmosphere. Students from diverse boroughs cherish their experience, leaving equipped to enjoy a life-changing love of learning.
Responsibilities
You’ll be more than just a teacher—you’ll embody a ‘can do’ mind-set. As part of Lower Key Stage 1, we expect you to:
- Build trusting personal connections with pupils, understanding their unique needs and both academic and emotional challenges.
- Create engaging, subject-aligned lessons that speak directly to pupils’ diverse strengths and learning styles.
- Foster a growth mindset in your class via encouragement, teamwork, and weekly/termly development.
- Foster collaboration within your department to streamline best practice for all pupils.
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Requirements
- A Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- A track record of (or strong passion for) Supporting young learners with SEMH needs, ASD, or co-occurring special needs.
- Ability to quickly recognise each pupil’s specific strengths and gently build confidence.
- Drive to drive curriculum developments longitudinally, working toward Ofsted standards.
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
Beyond excellent pay of up to £65,283, we offer:
- Comprehensive support: Supervisor meetings, peer coaching, and a collaborative group ethos.
- School holidays and flexible work-life balance to recharge whilst still achieving year-round results.
- Training: Generous induction and ongoing CPD including:
- SEND Interactive Training sessions.
- Training tailored to your pupil’s needs.
- Progression: Many Headteachers leaders in the group started their journey here.
- Holistic benefits:
- Underwritten pensions including Teachers’ Pensions or our large tax effective alternative.
- Comprehensive employee assistance (wellbeing support, life admin tools).
- Family discounts and medical incentives: eye tests, dentist check-ups, access to high-street discounts.
- Teams built to thrive: Inclusive partnered classes with warm camaraderie and respects.
- Perks to enjoy: Summer Term bonus, exciting retreats, and a Generate a £1,000 bonus for bringing friends to the team.
- Inclusive culture: At the heart of our school lie values of neurodiversity consciousness and embracing difference.
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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We champion authenticity at work—reflecting the rich backgrounds of your pupils, so no thought, culture, or ability is overlooked.
To guarantee both outstanding teaching and inclusive pastoral practice, we firmly
- Celebrate different perspectives, lived experiences, and gift sets of diversity.
- Host “Summits”, staff workshops, and formal channels to actively shape inclusive policies raised by staff.
- Offer every support (adjustments/adaption breaks) needed in the recruitment process and beyond.
We invest in our team’s vocational growth, empathy, or specialist knowledge because representation enriches the learning experience.
Lastly
Witherslack Group’s team undergoes an enhanced DBS (enhanced DBS allowance covered) checks as part of safeguarding commitments. We welcome and proudly champion applications from all communities including:
Ex-offenders: our full policy Submissions from neutrodivergent voices as well as autistic applicants
Parents & Carers: Find our Inclusive Child Protection Policy under the “Schools” section.
Start your journey in a supportive school, where each “small win” withers to big growth.
Keywords: Special Education Career / SEND Teacher *Inclusion / SEMH Education / ASD on DBS
Apply Now to joining the Witherslack Group family.
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