What Jobs are available in Lambourne?

Our Deputy Head Teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference

You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs . Alongside the Head Teacher, you’ll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place to see that our young people leave feeling proud of what they’ve achieved. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of.

It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Deputy Head Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from the broader management team, to a range of supporting specialists. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.

Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.  There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area.

There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction 4.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training: A full induction and on the job training

• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays

• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers have been promoted from within our group

• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here

• Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• 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 – check out our schools here

• A 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’ll be more than a Deputy Head Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of:

- You’ll  need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status
- You’ll also need a minimum of 2 years leadership and management experience

- Your drive to raise the quality of teaching and learning

- Your understanding of what good behaviours for learning look like

- Your effective leadership and coaching skills

- Your knowledge of how best to use your interpersonal skills to develop a strong staff team 

Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself.

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.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here .

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Please note: We can offer transportation from Chigwell and Woodford Station

Those Huge Small Victories

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’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of.

It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll 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’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.

Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.  There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training : A full induction and on the job training
• Holiday : You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays
• Progression : If career development is your thing, 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 – check out our benefits here
• Pension:  we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative
• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• 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 – check out our schools here
• A 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’ll be more than a Primary Teacher, you’ll 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 Primary 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
- Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department
- You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status

Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself.

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.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here .

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Deliver with us this busy season as a seasonal delivery partner. To continue delivering smiles to all our customers, we are opening additional spots for delivery partners, specifically during the winter months. Take this opportunity to make quicker progress towards your goals and enjoy increased flexibility over your schedule. Offering seasonal delivery opportunities helps us to ensure that the number of delivery partners on our programme matches our anticipated customer demand, all to maintain the highest programme standards. Your Amazon Flex account will remain active until Jan 9, 2026. After this time, you will be added to our waiting list. Continue to access fuel savings and other offers via our deals & discounts programme whilst you wait.

Amazon Flex delivery partner - Earn £14 to £8* per hour.

Deliver packages with your own vehicle and get paid weekly. Flexible hours. Be your own boss and get access to a wide range of exclusive deals & discounts.

What is Amazon Flex? It’s simple! You use your own vehicle and smartphone to deliver packages for Amazon. Save up for something big, earn extra money for day-to-day expenses, and get closer to your goals with Amazon Flex.

Deliver. Earn. Achieve. Repeat. Earn £1 8* an hour delivering parcels.

Flexible delivery blocks, without guesswork. Schedule blocks in advance or pick them each day based on your availability, whether that's around school runs, weekends, or evenings. You’ll know when you’re delivering, for how long, and how much you can earn before you begin. Join thousands of delivery partners from all walks of life balancing delivering with family life, career changes, or seeking additional income. Plus, Amazon Flex delivery partners get access to exclusive deals and discounts. Get cash back and discounts on fuel, electric charging, vehicle maintenance and more through Onsi and bp pulse.

With bp pulse, you can enjoy the benefits of a full bp pulse subscription and save on average 20%*** off bp pulse contactless electric vehicle charging, with discounted rates starting at just £0.4 kWh.

With Onsi, you can get access to deals on supermarkets including ASDA, Aldi and Tesco, as well as discounts on a variety of big-name mobility and technology brands like Apple, Vodafone and Halfords.

Who can deliver with Amazon Flex? To become a delivery partner, you will need a valid UK driving licence, an iPhone or Android smartphone and a mid-size EV vehicle with 5 seats or larger. You will also need a UK National Insurance Number, proof of your Right to Work in the UK, commercial vehicle insurance (also referred to as ‘hire and reward’ insurance) and, to pass a background and criminal record check which includes, but is not limited to, a review of driving licence records. No previous experience as a transportation driver, truck driver, taxi driver, courier driver or delivery driver is necessary. Current Amazon employees are not eligible to be delivery partners.

Becoming a delivery partner: How do I sign up? Simply tap the apply button to visit the Amazon Flex website and download the app today. After you download the Amazon Flex app, it will guide you step-by-step through the onboarding process. Once you have uploaded all required documents and passed your background check, which includes a criminal record check, you will be able to schedule a block and start delivering smiles!

* Earnings estimates are based on location and delivering a number of packages across an estimated length of time (referred to as a block), completed while driving a standard motorized vehicle. Should Amazon Flex introduce blocks eligible to be delivered using scooters or other alternative modes of transportation, different rates may apply. We aim to ensure that the number of packages you are assigned to deliver within your block is realistic, taking into account congestion and the primary requirement to drive safely. However, the actual time taken per delivery may vary (because it could, occasionally, take less or more time than expected) so the earnings per hour may vary.

** Based on UK average fuel consumption for a courier or logistics vehicle.
*** Partner Terms and Conditions apply

Deliver with us this busy season as a seasonal delivery partner. To continue delivering smiles to all our customers, we are opening additional spots for delivery partners, specifically during the winter months. Take this opportunity to make quicker progress towards your goals and enjoy increased flexibility over your schedule. Offering seasonal delivery opportunities helps us to ensure that the number of delivery partners on our programme matches our anticipated customer demand, all to maintain the highest programme standards. Your Amazon Flex account will remain active until Jan 9, 2026. After this time, you will be added to our waiting list. Continue to access fuel savings and other offers via our deals & discounts programme whilst you wait.

Amazon Flex delivery partner - Earn £14 to £8* per hour.

Deliver packages with your own vehicle and get paid weekly. Flexible hours. Be your own boss and get access to a wide range of exclusive deals & discounts.

What is Amazon Flex? It’s simple! You use your own vehicle and smartphone to deliver packages for Amazon. Save up for something big, earn extra money for day-to-day expenses, and get closer to your goals with Amazon Flex.

Deliver. Earn. Achieve. Repeat. Earn £1 8* an hour delivering parcels.

Flexible delivery blocks, without guesswork. Schedule blocks in advance or pick them each day based on your availability, whether that's around school runs, weekends, or evenings. You’ll know when you’re delivering, for how long, and how much you can earn before you begin. Join thousands of delivery partners from all walks of life balancing delivering with family life, career changes, or seeking additional income. Plus, Amazon Flex delivery partners get access to exclusive deals and discounts. Get cash back and discounts on fuel, electric charging, vehicle maintenance and more through Onsi and bp pulse.

With bp pulse, you can enjoy the benefits of a full bp pulse subscription and save on average 20%*** off bp pulse contactless electric vehicle charging, with discounted rates starting at just £0.4 kWh.

With Onsi, you can get access to deals on supermarkets including ASDA, Aldi and Tesco, as well as discounts on a variety of big-name mobility and technology brands like Apple, Vodafone and Halfords.

Who can deliver with Amazon Flex? To become a delivery partner, you will need a valid UK driving licence, an iPhone or Android smartphone and a mid-size EV vehicle with 5 seats or larger. You will also need a UK National Insurance Number, proof of your Right to Work in the UK, commercial vehicle insurance (also referred to as ‘hire and reward’ insurance) and, to pass a background and criminal record check which includes, but is not limited to, a review of driving licence records. No previous experience as a transportation driver, truck driver, taxi driver, courier driver or delivery driver is necessary. Current Amazon employees are not eligible to be delivery partners.

Becoming a delivery partner: How do I sign up? Simply tap the apply button to visit the Amazon Flex website and download the app today. After you download the Amazon Flex app, it will guide you step-by-step through the onboarding process. Once you have uploaded all required documents and passed your background check, which includes a criminal record check, you will be able to schedule a block and start delivering smiles!

* Earnings estimates are based on location and delivering a number of packages across an estimated length of time (referred to as a block), completed while driving a standard motorized vehicle. Should Amazon Flex introduce blocks eligible to be delivered using scooters or other alternative modes of transportation, different rates may apply. We aim to ensure that the number of packages you are assigned to deliver within your block is realistic, taking into account congestion and the primary requirement to drive safely. However, the actual time taken per delivery may vary (because it could, occasionally, take less or more time than expected) so the earnings per hour may vary.

** Based on UK average fuel consumption for a courier or logistics vehicle.
*** Partner Terms and Conditions apply

Deliver with us this busy season as a seasonal delivery partner. To continue delivering smiles to all our customers, we are opening additional spots for delivery partners, specifically during the winter months. Take this opportunity to make quicker progress towards your goals and enjoy increased flexibility over your schedule. Offering seasonal delivery opportunities helps us to ensure that the number of delivery partners on our programme matches our anticipated customer demand, all to maintain the highest programme standards. Your Amazon Flex account will remain active until Jan 9, 2026. After this time, you will be added to our waiting list. Continue to access fuel savings and other offers via our deals & discounts programme whilst you wait.

Amazon Flex delivery partner - Earn £14 to £8* per hour.

Deliver packages with your own vehicle and get paid weekly. Flexible hours. Be your own boss and get access to a wide range of exclusive deals & discounts.

What is Amazon Flex? It’s simple! You use your own vehicle and smartphone to deliver packages for Amazon. Save up for something big, earn extra money for day-to-day expenses, and get closer to your goals with Amazon Flex.

Deliver. Earn. Achieve. Repeat. Earn £1 8* an hour delivering parcels.

Flexible delivery blocks, without guesswork. Schedule blocks in advance or pick them each day based on your availability, whether that's around school runs, weekends, or evenings. You’ll know when you’re delivering, for how long, and how much you can earn before you begin. Join thousands of delivery partners from all walks of life balancing delivering with family life, career changes, or seeking additional income. Plus, Amazon Flex delivery partners get access to exclusive deals and discounts. Get cash back and discounts on fuel, electric charging, vehicle maintenance and more through Onsi and bp pulse.

With bp pulse, you can enjoy the benefits of a full bp pulse subscription and save on average 20%*** off bp pulse contactless electric vehicle charging, with discounted rates starting at just £0.4 kWh.

With Onsi, you can get access to deals on supermarkets including ASDA, Aldi and Tesco, as well as discounts on a variety of big-name mobility and technology brands like Apple, Vodafone and Halfords.

Who can deliver with Amazon Flex? To become a delivery partner, you will need a valid UK driving licence, an iPhone or Android smartphone and a mid-size EV vehicle with 5 seats or larger. You will also need a UK National Insurance Number, proof of your Right to Work in the UK, commercial vehicle insurance (also referred to as ‘hire and reward’ insurance) and, to pass a background and criminal record check which includes, but is not limited to, a review of driving licence records. No previous experience as a transportation driver, truck driver, taxi driver, courier driver or delivery driver is necessary. Current Amazon employees are not eligible to be delivery partners.

Becoming a delivery partner: How do I sign up? Simply tap the apply button to visit the Amazon Flex website and download the app today. After you download the Amazon Flex app, it will guide you step-by-step through the onboarding process. Once you have uploaded all required documents and passed your background check, which includes a criminal record check, you will be able to schedule a block and start delivering smiles!

* Earnings estimates are based on location and delivering a number of packages across an estimated length of time (referred to as a block), completed while driving a standard motorized vehicle. Should Amazon Flex introduce blocks eligible to be delivered using scooters or other alternative modes of transportation, different rates may apply. We aim to ensure that the number of packages you are assigned to deliver within your block is realistic, taking into account congestion and the primary requirement to drive safely. However, the actual time taken per delivery may vary (because it could, occasionally, take less or more time than expected) so the earnings per hour may vary.

** Based on UK average fuel consumption for a courier or logistics vehicle.
*** Partner Terms and Conditions apply

Deliver with us this busy season as a seasonal delivery partner. To continue delivering smiles to all our customers, we are opening additional spots for delivery partners, specifically during the winter months. Take this opportunity to make quicker progress towards your goals and enjoy increased flexibility over your schedule. Offering seasonal delivery opportunities helps us to ensure that the number of delivery partners on our programme matches our anticipated customer demand, all to maintain the highest programme standards. Your Amazon Flex account will remain active until Jan 9, 2026. After this time, you will be added to our waiting list. Continue to access fuel savings and other offers via our deals & discounts programme whilst you wait.

Amazon Flex delivery partner - Earn £14 to £8* per hour.

Deliver packages with your own vehicle and get paid weekly. Flexible hours. Be your own boss and get access to a wide range of exclusive deals & discounts.

What is Amazon Flex? It’s simple! You use your own vehicle and smartphone to deliver packages for Amazon. Save up for something big, earn extra money for day-to-day expenses, and get closer to your goals with Amazon Flex.

Deliver. Earn. Achieve. Repeat. Earn £1 8* an hour delivering parcels.

Flexible delivery blocks, without guesswork. Schedule blocks in advance or pick them each day based on your availability, whether that's around school runs, weekends, or evenings. You’ll know when you’re delivering, for how long, and how much you can earn before you begin. Join thousands of delivery partners from all walks of life balancing delivering with family life, career changes, or seeking additional income. Plus, Amazon Flex delivery partners get access to exclusive deals and discounts. Get cash back and discounts on fuel, electric charging, vehicle maintenance and more through Onsi and bp pulse.

With bp pulse, you can enjoy the benefits of a full bp pulse subscription and save on average 20%*** off bp pulse contactless electric vehicle charging, with discounted rates starting at just £0.4 kWh.

With Onsi, you can get access to deals on supermarkets including ASDA, Aldi and Tesco, as well as discounts on a variety of big-name mobility and technology brands like Apple, Vodafone and Halfords.

Who can deliver with Amazon Flex? To become a delivery partner, you will need a valid UK driving licence, an iPhone or Android smartphone and a mid-size EV vehicle with 5 seats or larger. You will also need a UK National Insurance Number, proof of your Right to Work in the UK, commercial vehicle insurance (also referred to as ‘hire and reward’ insurance) and, to pass a background and criminal record check which includes, but is not limited to, a review of driving licence records. No previous experience as a transportation driver, truck driver, taxi driver, courier driver or delivery driver is necessary. Current Amazon employees are not eligible to be delivery partners.

Becoming a delivery partner: How do I sign up? Simply tap the apply button to visit the Amazon Flex website and download the app today. After you download the Amazon Flex app, it will guide you step-by-step through the onboarding process. Once you have uploaded all required documents and passed your background check, which includes a criminal record check, you will be able to schedule a block and start delivering smiles!

* Earnings estimates are based on location and delivering a number of packages across an estimated length of time (referred to as a block), completed while driving a standard motorized vehicle. Should Amazon Flex introduce blocks eligible to be delivered using scooters or other alternative modes of transportation, different rates may apply. We aim to ensure that the number of packages you are assigned to deliver within your block is realistic, taking into account congestion and the primary requirement to drive safely. However, the actual time taken per delivery may vary (because it could, occasionally, take less or more time than expected) so the earnings per hour may vary.

** Based on UK average fuel consumption for a courier or logistics vehicle.
*** Partner Terms and Conditions apply

Deliver with us this busy season as a seasonal delivery partner. To continue delivering smiles to all our customers, we are opening additional spots for delivery partners, specifically during the winter months. Take this opportunity to make quicker progress towards your goals and enjoy increased flexibility over your schedule. Offering seasonal delivery opportunities helps us to ensure that the number of delivery partners on our programme matches our anticipated customer demand, all to maintain the highest programme standards. Your Amazon Flex account will remain active until Jan 9, 2026. After this time, you will be added to our waiting list. Continue to access fuel savings and other offers via our deals & discounts programme whilst you wait.

Amazon Flex delivery partner - Earn £14 to £8* per hour.

Deliver packages with your own vehicle and get paid weekly. Flexible hours. Be your own boss and get access to a wide range of exclusive deals & discounts.

What is Amazon Flex? It’s simple! You use your own vehicle and smartphone to deliver packages for Amazon. Save up for something big, earn extra money for day-to-day expenses, and get closer to your goals with Amazon Flex.

Deliver. Earn. Achieve. Repeat. Earn £1 8* an hour delivering parcels.

Flexible delivery blocks, without guesswork. Schedule blocks in advance or pick them each day based on your availability, whether that's around school runs, weekends, or evenings. You’ll know when you’re delivering, for how long, and how much you can earn before you begin. Join thousands of delivery partners from all walks of life balancing delivering with family life, career changes, or seeking additional income. Plus, Amazon Flex delivery partners get access to exclusive deals and discounts. Get cash back and discounts on fuel, electric charging, vehicle maintenance and more through Onsi and bp pulse.

With bp pulse, you can enjoy the benefits of a full bp pulse subscription and save on average 20%*** off bp pulse contactless electric vehicle charging, with discounted rates starting at just £0.4 kWh.

With Onsi, you can get access to deals on supermarkets including ASDA, Aldi and Tesco, as well as discounts on a variety of big-name mobility and technology brands like Apple, Vodafone and Halfords.

Who can deliver with Amazon Flex? To become a delivery partner, you will need a valid UK driving licence, an iPhone or Android smartphone and a mid-size EV vehicle with 5 seats or larger. You will also need a UK National Insurance Number, proof of your Right to Work in the UK, commercial vehicle insurance (also referred to as ‘hire and reward’ insurance) and, to pass a background and criminal record check which includes, but is not limited to, a review of driving licence records. No previous experience as a transportation driver, truck driver, taxi driver, courier driver or delivery driver is necessary. Current Amazon employees are not eligible to be delivery partners.

Becoming a delivery partner: How do I sign up? Simply tap the apply button to visit the Amazon Flex website and download the app today. After you download the Amazon Flex app, it will guide you step-by-step through the onboarding process. Once you have uploaded all required documents and passed your background check, which includes a criminal record check, you will be able to schedule a block and start delivering smiles!

* Earnings estimates are based on location and delivering a number of packages across an estimated length of time (referred to as a block), completed while driving a standard motorized vehicle. Should Amazon Flex introduce blocks eligible to be delivered using scooters or other alternative modes of transportation, different rates may apply. We aim to ensure that the number of packages you are assigned to deliver within your block is realistic, taking into account congestion and the primary requirement to drive safely. However, the actual time taken per delivery may vary (because it could, occasionally, take less or more time than expected) so the earnings per hour may vary.

** Based on UK average fuel consumption for a courier or logistics vehicle.
*** Partner Terms and Conditions apply

£30,220 - £3,378 + excellent benefits

Being a maintenance worker in our school means being part of something big. You’ll be doing your bit to make sure the school building is a great place to be for our young people.

You’ll do all the general, day-to-day repairs needed to keep our school up and running, drive the school vehicles and keep them in good working order, as well as making sure the school grounds and garden are kept neat and tidy. You’ll also be a familiar, friendly face, this means our young people will sometimes stop to chat to you so we’ll give you some training on child safeguarding to give you that extra confidence!

Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.  There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area.

There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction 4.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training: A full induction and on the job training

• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays

• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check
  out our benefits here

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• 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 – check out our schools here

• A 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. The kind of person we’re looking for will:

• Have some maintenance skills, either professionally or as a DIY enthusiast

• Have a ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others

• Be confident taking responsibility for buying smaller pieces of maintenance equipment

• Willing to undertake Health & Safety and other relevant training

Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself.

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.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here .

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Shortlisting: Monday 1st December 

Interview: Tuesday 9th December 

£41,010 - £9,149 + excellent benefits

For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond and that’s what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence. Our aspirational homes, schools and ethos help us achieve the best possible outcomes. In short, we’re enhancing life opportunities.  Our Designated Safeguarding Leads are a huge part of making sure our children and young people’s needs are fully recognised and comprehensively met. 

You will work as part of  the leadership team and report directly to the Head Teacher for this crucial role. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other members of the Witherslack Group team in different locations to enable you to progress and develop your skills and knowledge.  

As a Designated Safeguarding Lead you will take responsibility for safeguarding within the school, this means that on a daily basis you will be liaising with statutory and non-statutory agencies, parents/carers and staff on matters of wellbeing , child protection and safeguarding and will be a great source of support, advice and expertise in the team.

Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.  There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area.

There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station less than a mile away, providing Central Line Tube services to London and Essex. The road links are good - the site is located near the M11, Junction 4.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training: A full induction and on the job training

• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays

• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• 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 – check out our schools here  

• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

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Contributory pension scheme – matched up to 5%

Our young people and their families 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.  As well as having at least 3 years’ experience in a Designated Safeguarding Lead role, we will also look for:

• Comprehensive
  portfolio of CPD related to Safeguarding and Child Protection.

• Outstanding interpersonal and problem resolution skills.

• A genuinely empathetic approach is also essential

• Full UK driving licence

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

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.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re 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.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here .

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD