Life Skills Teacher
| Posting date: | 10 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,000 to £40,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | M1 £32916 - M6 £45350 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 April 2026 |
| Location: | CV10 9ND |
| Company: | Kedleston Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | KEDL200300 |
Summary
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds?
We are seeking a motivated and inspiring Life Skills Teacher to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people across KS3 and KS4.
The role will share responsibility for leading key aspects of Personal Development across the school.
What you’ll be doing:
- Plan, deliver and assess outstanding teaching and learning using proven methods and approaches
- Lead personal development initiatives to raise achievement across Arc School Ansley
- Plan and deliver impactful CPD that motivates staff and supports their professional growth
- Evaluate and enhance teaching and learning through coaching and development of teaching staff
- Implement evidence‑based training programmes aligned to School Development Plans
- Work with senior leaders to promote National Professional Qualifications and wider professional development
- Conduct research and analysis on personal development and present clear, concise reports to SLT
What we’re looking for:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- A qualification in SEND education is desirable
- 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, along with an ability and willingness to teach other areas of the curriculum
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 and care 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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