Location
Uxbridge

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£52,835 per annum

About the Role
Are you an enthusiastic, experienced, and accomplished English specialist looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? High Peak School is seeking a motivated and inspiring English Lead to join our dynamic team and inspire pupils through engaging, high-quality English teaching.

High Peak School is a specialist independent school for children and young people aged 7–16 years, many of whom have Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated needs, including ADHD. It is an exciting time to join with the expansion of the RAISE pathway designed to support pupils back into education who have emotionally based school non-attendance. Developing safe and secure relationships with pupils and staff and watching personal growth of pupils is amazing to see. Set over 20 acres of beautiful countryside amongst the rolling hills of Derbyshire, our unique environment provides an exceptional setting for learning, personal development, and wellbeing.

We currently have 90 pupils on roll and are expanding to accommodate up to 110 pupils, reflecting our continued growth and success. Our small class sizes, specialist approach, and nurturing ethos enable pupils to thrive both academically and personally.

High Peak School is proud to be part of the Kedleston Group, a respected provider of specialist education with 14 schools across the country. We are also proud to hold a Good rating from Ofsted for the past 3 inspections.

As English Lead, you will plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality English lessons that engage and challenge our pupils across Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, with the ability to teach Key Stage 4 being highly desirable. You will foster a positive learning environment that supports pupils' educational and personal growth, assess and monitor pupil progress, and provide constructive feedback and support.

You will support pupils with ASC, ADHD, and a range of additional learning needs to achieve their full potential, creating a positive, structured, and inclusive learning environment. Collaboration with colleagues, families, external professionals, and the wider school community to support pupil outcomes will be key, alongside contributing to curriculum development and the wider life of the school.

Participation in school activities, extracurricular programs, and professional development opportunities is expected. You will demonstrate high expectations for both academic achievement and personal development, sharing our values of inclusion, compassion, and high aspirations.

Joining High Peak School means working in a supportive and collaborative environment with extensive CPD opportunities, career progression within a growing national group of specialist schools, and the chance to make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of young people in a stunning rural setting.

Experience
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Experience teaching English across Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3.
- Experience teaching English at Key Stage 4 and delivering Entry Level and Functional Skills qualifications is desirable.
- Experience of working with children with ASC and SEN.

About you
- Strong understanding of the National Curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
- Strong classroom management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate children and young people.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in teaching methods.
- Resilience, adaptability, and commitment to achieving the best outcomes for every pupil.
- Share our values of inclusion, compassion, and high aspirations.

Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
- A qualification in SEND education is desirable.