English Teacher Required ASAP for a 18 bed Low secure CYPMHS Hospital School

English Teacher – Specialist CYPMHS Education Setting (Potters Bar Clinic) Location: Potters Bar Clinic School, Hertfordshire Service Type: Tier 4 CYPMHS – Low Secure Unit Contract: Full-time Salary: (based on experience) Start Date: ASAP Potters Bar Clinic School provides education as part of a Tier 4 Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CYPMHS) , supporting young people aged 13–18 with personality disorders and complex social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). Our school is part of a secure clinical environment designed to promote safety, stability and therapeutic progress. We are seeking a passionate and resilient English Teacher who is committed to transforming lives through education. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to teach pupils in a low-secure, small school setting (currently accommodating up to 18 learners), where the focus is on individualised learning , therapeutic support, and helping pupils stay on track with their school studies . To ensure that we offer educational support to all our pupils, we also deliver teaching on the wards. Your Role Will Include: Planning and delivering engaging, tailored English lessons for learners aged 13–18 Delivering engaging and differentiated English lessons to pupils aged 13–18 years who may be working at primary level Supporting young people to achieve qualifications ranging from Entry Level to GCSE Collaborating with education, clinical and care teams to ensure a holistic, trauma-informed approach Creating a secure, caring, and challenging environment that encourages progress and resilience Contributing to and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) About You: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) – English specialism Experience working with SEMH , SEND or within an alternative provision or secure environment is highly desirable Strong interpersonal skills and emotional resilience Passionate about inclusive education and mental health-informed practice Able to adapt and differentiate effectively for pupils with a wide range of needs and abilities We Offer: A supportive multidisciplinary team of teachers, therapists and clinicians Small class sizes and opportunities for meaningful, one-to-one teaching Supportive leadership and ongoing CPD opportunities Free meals and free on-site parking A laptop for planning and lesson delivery A chance to make a real difference to some of the most vulnerable young people in society A professional, caring and collaborative working environment About Us: Potters Bar Clinic School is operated by Elysium Healthcare, a leading provider of specialist mental health services and part of the larger Ramsay Healthcare Group. We are committed to delivering exceptional care and education for all our young people. Commitment to Safeguarding: Potters Bar Clinic School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. Please note that online searches will be conducted on shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. Interested? To request further information or a full job description, please contact: Mrs Claudia Higgins – chiggins@elysiumeducation.co.uk As this is a Tier 4 CYPMHS – Low Secure Unit, visits to the school can only be arranged following shortlisting. Make your teaching truly matter. Join us at Potters Bar Clinic School and be part of a team that’s helping young people overcome challenges and rediscover their potential through education.