Teacher - Stonegate School

Job Summary

Job title: Teacher
School: Stonegate School – part of Hexagon Care Services
Location: Low Bentham, LA2
Salary: £32,750 - £42,750* (depending on experience)
Essential Criteria: Driving Licence

Teacher of English

Desirable Criteria: Teacher of Art and Cookery

Have experience of teaching SEMH pupils

Make a Real Difference – Not Just a Living

Tired of the mainstream treadmill and overcrowded classrooms? Ready to make a real impact in a supportive, close-knit environment?

Are you a caring, compassionate individual with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs? Do you thrive in a role where you can truly connect with students and be part of a team that changes lives?

About Us

Hexagon Care Services is a national provider of residential care, education, and therapy for young people. With over 80 homes and schools across England, we collaborate closely with local authorities to provide specialised services, including therapeutic care, crisis intervention, and support for children with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. Our mission is to offer safe, stable environments where young people can build resilience and develop skills for a brighter future.

About Stonegate School

Stonegate School provides high-quality education for pupils with complex needs, offering a calm, structured and supportive environment where young people are supported to re-engage with learning and make meaningful progress academically, socially and emotionally.

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for teaching students with SEMH.

• An ability to build positive, trusting relationships and inspire learners.

• A deep understanding of outstanding classroom practice.

• A commitment to raising standards and enriching the curriculum.

• A belief in improving the lives and outcomes of all young people.

What Ofsted Says

“Pupils at Stonegate School are happy. They feel safe and secure. Pupils trust staff to look after them, especially if they have any worries or concerns.”

“Staff take time to know and understand pupils as individuals. They show deep care for pupils’ happiness and well-being. This helps to motivate pupils to behave well and to work hard in class.”

What We Offer

• Small class sizes – no more than 6 pupils.

• A 37-hour working week with full access to school holidays.

• A strong work-life balance with reduced marking and assessment.

• A comprehensive induction and excellent CPD from our in-house L&D team.

• A dedicated, supportive and enthusiastic team that puts pupils first.

• Access to wellbeing support, Able Futures, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Additional Benefits:

• Electric vehicle scheme

• Ride to work scheme

• Death in service benefits

• Staff referral scheme

• Long service bonus

• Annual Christmas celebration contribution

• Contributory pension scheme

• Annual staff awards ceremony

Please note, Hexagon Care Services does not hold a sponsorship licence and as such we are unable to support any candidates who do not already have right to work. If you are applying to a permanent position, if you have right to work but with an expiry date, we are more than welcome to receive your application but please note you would only be eligible for an interim contract linked to your RTW expiry.

All hiring managers at Hexagon Care Services are trained by safer recruitment consortium accredited trainers, and all positions in regulated activity with children will be required to undergo safer recruitment and onboarding checks prior to commencement. This will include an enhanced DBS and/or children’s barred list check.

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