Job Introduction
The salary for this permanent, part-time position is Teacher's Main Pay Scale - Upper Pay Scale (£34,398 - £52,490 per annum) pro-rata for 3 days per week, plus SEN Allowance.
We are excited to be recruiting a new PSHE / Employability Teacher to join our fantastic team at the Hope Service based at Hope Epsom, Woodside Lodge, West Park, Horton Lane, Epsom, Surrey KT19, 8PB.
Our Offer to You
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An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
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Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
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Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
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A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents
About the Role
The Hope Service is a unique service in Surrey offering a wonderful opportunity for a dynamic, forward thinking teacher to work in a multi-agency setting which aims to enhance and improve the lives of the young people.
The Hope Service is a multi-disciplinary service for young people aged 11-18 who are experiencing complex mental health, emotional, social and behavioural needs which could cause a placement breakdown or may require a Tier 4 hospital admission. These needs cannot be met by one agency alone. It is a joint partnership between Health Services, Children's Services and Education who work together to provide support to young people in the community and through day programme provision. The Hope Service received an Outstanding grade in the last Ofsted inspection (November 2023).
At Hope there is a dedicated team of social workers, nurses, teachers, psychologists, art/drama therapists, psychiatrists, a systemic family worker and activity workers.
Our remit is:
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To prevent or shorten Tier 4 inpatient hospital admissions for young people with mental health difficulties
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To prevent out of county fostering, community home or residential school placements for young people
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To prevent family breakdown, where a young person is likely to be placed out of county
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To work with young people in the community and/or through the provision of an individualised day programme to meet their specific therapeutic, educational and social needs
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To support young people to access employment, education or training on exit from Hope
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To work with young people on a short- term basis, usually for 6 -12 months
The day programme offers structured therapeutic, educational and personalised recreational activities to young people. The programme is flexible to ensure that it meets individual needs in a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment. In addition to education, there is a focus on individual and group therapy, art therapy, drama therapy, psychology, cognitive behavioural therapy, anger and anxiety management, assertiveness training and practical social and living skills.
The successful applicant will teach a planned, bespoke PSHE programme throughout Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 in small groups and offer additional targeted 1:1 delivery, when required. In addition to this, they will also deliver tailored 1:1 support to young people in KS3 and 4 in employability skills, careers and financial capability.
The Hope Service offers numerous development opportunities including training in therapeutic models and delivering parent and carers support and information groups.
Your Application
In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
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Up to date understanding of the PSHE guidance and curriculum
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Experience or awareness of working with young people with SEN
Unfortunately this role would not be suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
In this role, you will be a required car user and therefore candidates will be expected to have a clean and valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel to meet the requirements of the role. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job.
How to Apply
To apply, please download and complete the attached application form. You will then need to attach the completed document as part of the application process, which you can start by clicking 'apply now'.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 17th June 2026, with interviews planned for week commencing 22nd June 2026.
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey Handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey.
An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.
Contact Us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Please contact Juliet Roberts on 01483 517190 or by e-mail at [email protected].
We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council.
Our Commitment
We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we’re committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
