EBSA Teacher

The Lion Works School is an Independent special school. We are part of an ethical and progressive organisation that believes it can achieve real change for children, young people and their families.

The Lion Works School is situated within the BCP local authority. We offer an academic and vocational specialist learning provision across KS3, KS4 and Post 16 aiming to reduce barriers to enable successful learning experiences and outcomes. There are a variety of routes a student can take, which include GCSEs, BTECs and other accredited qualifications whilst building confidence, improving wellbeing, enabling self-regulation and increasing attendance. Our school is full of life and has a wealth of resources to spark interest and ignite that passion to achieve, equipping our students for everyday life and the opportunities that await them.

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate teacher to join our team in supporting students with Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) and other barriers to engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding, committed, and motivated practitioner to contribute to the development of high-quality teaching, learning, and curriculum across both the school and outreach provision. The successful candidate will demonstrate a genuine passion for inspiring and re-engaging pupils who have experienced disrupted education, helping them rebuild confidence and achieve their full potential.

The role involves teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4, including GCSE, BTEC, and Functional Skills pathways, and may take place in students’ homes or a designated hub setting. Most students will have gaps in their learning, and the successful candidate will tailor teaching to meet these individual needs, planning and delivering a personalised, progressive curriculum that addresses learning gaps, promotes engagement, and supports aspirational outcomes. A strong understanding

of strategies for supporting students with EBSA, Autism, and other neurodiverse needs is essential.

Key Accountabilies and Duties

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate teacher to join our team in supporting students with Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) and other barriers to engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding, committed, and motivated practitioner to contribute to the development of high-quality teaching, learning, and curriculum across both the school and outreach provision. The successful candidate will demonstrate a genuine passion for inspiring and re-engaging pupils who have experienced disrupted education, helping them rebuild confidence and achieve their full potential.

The role involves teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4, including GCSE, BTEC, and Functional Skills pathways, and may take place in students’ homes or a designated hub setting. Most students will have gaps in their learning, and the successful candidate will tailor teaching to meet these individual needs, planning and delivering a personalised, progressive curriculum that addresses learning gaps, promotes engagement, and supports aspirational outcomes. A strong understanding

of strategies for supporting students with EBSA, Autism, and other neurodiverse needs is essential.

As a teacher, you will:

Plan, implement and deliver highly personalised learning programmes for students educated at home or in alternative settings, including KS2, KS3, GCSE and Functional Skills pathways

Deliver a broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum that meets individual need and supports gaps in learning

Use trauma-informed and EBSA-aware practice to reduce anxiety and increase

engagement

Monitor and support the academic, emotional and social development of students ·

Provide learning experiences that enable students to achieve their full potential and build confidence in learning ·

Contribute to raising standards of attainment and progression

Create a safe, calm and consistent learning environment in home or outreach settings

Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and other professionals supporting the student ·

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student work, progress and engagement ·

Mark and provide feedback on work within an agreed and reasonable timeframe

Assess, record and report on progress and use this to inform future planning

Provide both academic and pastoral support in line with agreed procedures

Keep appropriate records of students’ work

Mark and return work set, including homework within an agreed and reasonable time

Assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment and use this knowledge and understanding to extend and challenge students’ learning

Provide academic and pastoral support to students in accordance with agreed procedures