Secondary Teacher

Octavia House Schools have been leading the way in therapeutic education since 2012. Our schools in London and Essex are both judged to be 'outstanding' in all areas by Ofsted. We have a unique & exciting opportunity for Teachers to make a genuine difference in our pupils' lives at our trauma-centred therapeutic secondary school (KS3-4) in South Woodham, Essex, from May 2026. We are seeking an experienced Teachers with a specialism in a range of core subjects - english, maths, science, humanities, PSHE. You’ll join a passionate team delivering a high-quality therapeutic model of education, supporting and building relationships with pupils who have ACEs and complex SEMH needs, as well as other associated SEND. Although we are a specialist setting, we proactively welcome enquiries from experienced mainstream colleagues, from varying disciplines, who would like to extend their skill base. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons aligned with the OHS curriculum Creating and maintaining a well-managed, calm, secure and happy classroom where priority is given to the quality of the learning environment. Contributing to breakfast, break, lunch, assembly, exercise and extra-curricular provision Assessing pupils’ academic and SEMH progress using our assessment milestones and SEMH scale, completing achievement reports for families and placing authorities Adhere to the schools’ relationships-first policy, ethos and procedures, to support pupils’ positive behaviour, and improvements in behaviour over time BENEFITS OF WORKING AT OHS: New, highly-competitive pay scales An opportunity to be part of a unique, seamless therapeutic team model. Vitality's private healthcare package which includes health, medical and dental insurance, lifestyle benefits, heavily-discounted gym membership and various rewards. Opportunities for high-quality professional development and career progression, and financial support of up to 100% towards relevant professional qualifications.