Post 16 Class Teacher (M1-UPR 3, Permanent)

Powerhouse: Life Changing

Ready to change lives?

At West SILC, we do things differently—and in The Powerhouse, Farsley, our Post-16 department, we are changing what’s possible for young adults with special educational needs.

We are looking for an inspiring, adaptable, and passionate Post-16 Teacher to join our Life-Changing Pathway, where learners are empowered to live more independently and, where appropriate, gain meaningful employment.

Our innovative curriculum is split into two dynamic strands:
🟡 Learning to Live – Real-world life skills in our immersive Hub life skills suite
🟡 Learning to Earn – Vocational and enterprise learning in our Foundry, featuring real-world work environments including a training warehouse (built by Amazon!), café, office, and more.

Why teach at West SILC?

✅ You’ll deliver hands-on, person-centred learning that prepares learners for adulthood, in immersive, real-world learning in state-of-the-art simulated environments built around real-life experience
✅ You’ll inspire independence, confidence and employment readiness
✅ You’ll join a passionate, forward-thinking, values-led team with a shared mission: to equip our learners with confidence, skills, and independence
✅ You’ll see real-world outcomes – our learner’s transition successfully into supported internships, employment, and independent living

What we’re looking for:

✔ A qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) who believes in educating for life, not just lessons
✔ Experience of working with learners with SEND (including MLD, SLD, ASD, SEMH, or complex needs)
✔ Someone with energy, creativity, and a drive to rethink what education can look like
✔ A team player who builds relationships with learners, families, and employers

In return, we offer:

·         A warm, inclusive and values-driven school

·         Extensive CPD and career development opportunities

·         A progressive curriculum that empowers educators to innovate

·         A strong, supportive team who care deeply about each other and our learners

We think it is important for prospective candidates to visit please contact Rob Lakewood - 0113 340 8110 to book an appointment (if no answer ring the school office 0113 3862450)

West SILC is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

An enhanced DBS check is required for appointment to this post.

Applications are preferred to be submitted via My New Term (West SILC)

Closing date: 12 noon on Monday 12^th May 2025 (please note we may interview strong candidates before the closing date)

Interviews will be held week beginning Monday 19^th May 2025.

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