Job Description

We are looking for a

Teacher

to join our brand-new school,

River Valley

, based in

Sheffield

.

As a Teacher, your day will be varied and exciting. You will be able to follow a flexible structure while supporting our children and young people by providing bespoke therapeutic educational frameworks tailored to each child and young person.

You will be working within a Trauma-informed practice model where we can support and follow a therapeutic practice. Our schools have been awarded the 'Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School Award'.

In return, we will offer the right candidate the opportunity to join a developing and improving organisation in an exciting period of transition and growth. You will receive training in Pro-active Approaches techniques, as well as commitment to and support of your professional development aspirations.

Our young people may have had many adults come in and out of their lives, often adding to their trauma. Therefore, we are looking for committed and dedicated people who want to continue their careers with a therapeutically based organisation and leading alternative education provision.

Reasons to join us:

Term Time is in line with the local authority.

Company pension Simplyhealth employee healthcare cashback scheme Blue Light Card Refer a friend bonus scheme Long service and recognition scheme We are committed to your ongoing training and personal development- we hold a Gold Investors in People Award

River Valley School

is a brand-new school opening in January 2026. We will be supporting children and young people aged 6- 18 years, offering a therapeutic, bespoke learning package, seeking the best outcomes for our young people.

Our school is located adjacent to and working alongside the brand-new Skills Street Project.

Why Five Rivers?

Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme Company Pension Employee Support Programmes Blue Light card Enhanced maternity package for mothers who have been with us for over one year. Ongoing training and learning through our Learning & Development Team Refer a Friend bonus scheme. Refer a Foster Carer Bonus Long service and recognition scheme

Requirements

Good written and IT skills. Able to communicate with children, colleagues, and external customers. Able to actively listen to others. NQTS or QTS registration Valid Driving Licence - this is essential for this role Have the Right to Work in the UK
For more information and a copy of the full role profile, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team, Recruitment@five-rivers.org or call 01722 435750 option 2

Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and an Enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,198.00-36,105.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Experience:

Teaching: 2 years (required) KS3/4: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

QTS /PGCE (required)
Work Location: In person