We are seeking a motivated and inspiring Life Skills Teacher with shared Personal Development Lead responsibilities to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people.
What you’ll be doing:
Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons that support academic and personal growth.
Create a positive learning environment and monitor student progress with constructive feedback.
Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to ensure success.
Lead initiatives to improve achievement and personal development across Arc School Ansley.
Design and deliver CPD programs to inspire and develop staff and parents/carers.
Report on agreed priorities to the Senior Leadership Team using data-driven insights.
Drive continuous improvement in teaching and learning through staff development and training.
Implement evidence-based strategies aligned with School Development Plans.
Support National Professional Qualifications in partnership with senior leaders.
What we’re looking for:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
A qualification in SEND education is desirable.
Previous experience of Personal Development Lead responsibilities
Experience of working with children and young people with SEND and ASC.
Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate children and young people.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in teaching methods.
An excellent knowledge of your specialist curriculum area and how it may be effectively taught.
Why join us?
Annual salary reviews and enhanced pension contributions for qualified teachers.
Ongoing professional development opportunities.
Access to a range of lifestyle and health perks and benefits.
A collaborative and dedicated team of professionals.
A rewarding and fulfilling role making a real difference to children's lives.
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.
When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
Cycle to work scheme
Generous life cover
Who are we?
Opened in 2014, Arc School Ansley is an independent specialist day school in Ansley, a lovely small village, for children and young people aged between 11 and 17.
Our experienced team is dedicated to providing outstanding education to children and young people a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition, who may have many associated needs such as; social, emotional and mental health needs, communication needs and cognition and learning needs.
Arc School Ansley is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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Salary description
£30000.00 - £40000.00 per year