Teacher – Maths, English, Science, Humanities & PE

About the role

Five Rivers Child Care is recruiting teachers for River Valley School, a brand‑new therapeutic school opening early 2026. You will work with children and young people aged 6‑18 in a trauma‑informed environment, delivering subject‑specific learning that is tailored to each learner’s needs.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver bespoke, therapeutic educational programmes for your subject area.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support the emotional and academic development of students.
• Shape and adapt curriculum delivery while contributing to the wider school culture.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate progress with families and external professionals.

Required profile

• Experience or strong interest in alternative or therapeutic education settings.
• Good written communication and IT proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal skills with children, colleagues and external partners.
• Registered with NQTS or QTS.
• Valid driving licence (essential) and the right to work in the UK.
• Commitment, resilience and passion for supporting young people who have experienced trauma.

Required skills

What we offer

• Term‑time working aligned with local authority dates.
• Company pension and Simplyhealth employee healthcare cashback scheme.
• Blue Light Card, refer‑a‑friend bonus, long‑service awards.
• Ongoing training, Gold Investors in People award and enhanced maternity package after one year.
• Employee support programmes and opportunities to work alongside the new Skills Street Project.