Teacher of Life Skills

Bridlington School is dedicated to providing students with the knowledge and tools to grow into independent and successful young adults. The Life Skills curriculum enables difficult conversations to take place in safe environment exploring issues such as staying safe (physically and mentally), healthy relationships, families and the world of work.

The Role

You will teach Life Skills to KS3 and KS4 students as well as the option to undertake some other humanities subjects. At Bridlington School we aim to have dedicated specialists teaching life skills and you will have the opportunity to contribute towards the learning journey.

This curriculum is designed to help students to be the best version of themselves that they can be. The Life Skills curriculum is spiralled around three core themes of Relationships (RSHE), Living in the wider world (SMSC, FBV, Citizenship, Cultural Capital) and Health and Wellbeing (RSHE).

What we can offer You

It is an exciting time to join Bridlington School as we continue to strengthen relationships with other local Education providers including nearby Secondary Schools and Primary Feeders. This provides opportunity to be involved in transition and outreach work, but also connections with peers across the local area.

The school has a genuine and sustained focus on reducing workload, particularly in relation to marking and feedback.

You will join a supportive department who can assist your own career aims including progression. Many of our senior staff joined Bridlington School as NQTs/ECTs.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• have a passion for the personal development of young people;


• be outgoing, flexible and adaptable to cope with demands of the role;


• have a commitment to professional development;


• have experience of working with children;


• have the ability to manage a whole classroom environment.


• be a form tutor and support the academic and pastoral development of your tutor group;


• a passion for extra-curricular / enrichment activities.


Application Process

If you would like to visit the school prior to submitting an

application, please contact Sarah Knight on Completed application

forms should be submitted via email to hr@bridlingtonschool.org.uk no later

than 9am on Monday 20th May

Closing Date: 9am on Monday 20th May

Interview Date: TBC - candidates may be interviewed before the closing date; you are encouraged to apply early.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is pursuing equality of opportunity in employment and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

The successful candidate will:

• have a passion for the personal development of young people;


• be outgoing, flexible and adaptable to cope with demands of the role;


• have a commitment to professional development;


• have experience of working with children;


• have the ability to manage a whole classroom environment.


• be a form tutor and support the academic and pastoral development of your tutor group;


• a passion for extra-curricular / enrichment activities.