Post 16 Teacher

Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: TMS or UPS + SEN Allowance

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and exceptional teacher to join us in supporting our amazing post-16 learners. If you are seeking a new challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Ravenswood School is an all age Special School for children/ young people with complex needs and SLD; many of our pupils have autism, ADHD or attachment disorder. In June 2023, Ofsted confirmed that Ravenswood continues to be a good school, one that is inclusive and has high aspirations for all its pupils.

Our Post 16 department supports around 25–30 learners, and our aim is for every young person to leave Ravenswood with the skills they need to stay safe, be happy and feel prepared for adulthood. Their next steps may include college, employment, independent living or developing their personal interests and hobbies. In this role, you will play an important part in ensuring that the curriculum and day to day learning experiences meet pupils’ needs. You will help provide meaningful opportunities that enable pupils to develop essential life skills and learn how to apply them confidently as they work towards their individual goals.

Do you have:
• Experience delivering engaging lessons that inspire young people to learn
• Experience tracking learner’ progress and implementing personalised learning programmes
• Experience teaching young people with high anxieties and potential challenging behaviour
• Experience supporting young people with non verbal or pre verbal communication
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

If so, this position may be the role for you.
In return, we offer:
• A highly supportive and collaborative team
• A strong commitment to your professional development
• A staff wellbeing package
• Opportunities to contribute to the strategic development of our school
• Wonderful young people who make every day rewarding

School tours are welcomed, please contact the school office to book.

For further details please see the job description and person specification below. To apply for this position please complete and return a Teacher application form from the links below.

Ravenswood School is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and Social Media Checks.

Closing Date: Friday 15th May 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 19th May 2026

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