--- title: Careers description: Information about career opportunities at an Ofsted outstanding secondary school for children with SEMH needs. Learn about the benefit of working here. --- [![OTS logo](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/hs-fs/hubfs/OrangeTreeSchool%20logo_large.png?width=1391&height=797&name=OrangeTreeSchool%20logo_large.png "OTS logo")](https://orangetreeschool.org?hsLang=en) [![OTS logo](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/hs-fs/hubfs/OrangeTreeSchool%20logo_large.png?width=1391&height=797&name=OrangeTreeSchool%20logo_large.png "OTS logo")](https://orangetreeschool.org?hsLang=en) - [About](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/en-gb/) - [Welcome](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/welcome-message) - [Why OTS?](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/why-ots) - [Vision and ethos](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/vision-and-ethos) - [The Orange Tree approach](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/the-orange-tree-approach) - [Meet our team](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/meet-the-team) - [Inspection reports](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/inspection-reports) - [Policies](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/en-gb/policies) - [Advisory Board](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/governance-and-advisory-board) - [Learning](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/learning-at-ots) - [Curriculum](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/curriculum-overview) - [Exam Results](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/en-gb/exam-results-2026) - [Subjects](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/subjects-) - [Inclusion](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/inclusion) - [Careers Education](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/student-careers) - Case Studies - [Student life](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/student-life) - Term dates - [Term dates 2026-2027](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/term-dates-2026-2027) - [The School Day](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/the-school-day) - [Attendance and Punctuality](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/attendance-and-punctuality) - [Therapy](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/therapy) - [School Meals](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/school-meals) - [Clubs](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/clubs) - [Admissions](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/admissions-overview) - [Overview](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/admissions-overview) - [Parents](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/admissions-parents) - [Parent Portal](https://orangetreeschool.isamshosting.cloud/auth/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2Fauth%2Fconnect%2Fauthorize%2Fcallback%3Fclient_id%3DiSAMS.Portal.Parent%26redirect_uri%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Forangetreeschool.parents.isamshosting.cloud%252Fapi%252Fhomepage%252F%26response_type%3Dcode%2520id_token%2520token%26scope%3Dopenid%2520email%2520isamsidentity%2520profile%2520authapi%2520restapi%2520offline_access%26state%3DOpenIdConnect.AuthenticationProperties%253D9dlBpjjFGZGpdI2SnjvmHW74DaCkWDNBu91IYTGkW7RUV0d6AWIFvz-SkJ7eM8ChpScJ4316D5ccBEHkG9IaEdk4u35g2wMRxv6ddkRmsduWEqmW3SI1XoSnkflhCa56QPcy7br75r8svMc1faSSuTdcGCPkz-vvPaai57LzNomUGOTSWXYpyhOl_Ynr8kOYfQRFPrTNxQRpAi19SdjbF3O584L2IQe9RcaRVjcaI8t3uQvwzufQfK_-iTpdSi1v5NuzK27cFsw3nZj0A_NlaVYnidzPbVN6rIp2jKwZO2hU6ehgWr5-0YuV1DZx6HzV%26response_mode%3Dform_post%26nonce%3D639077934611537416.NmNmM2FkYzgtNmI4Yi00YzdmLWJkOTItYTdkYjNlZmIwZmVhYzBiMTA4N2UtY2ZlNi00NTEyLWE0ODctNjEwZmNhZjMyNzUw%26x-client-SKU%3DID_NET461%26x-client-ver%3D5.3.0.0) - [Local authority funding route](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/local-authority-funded-route) - [Local Authorities and Commissioning Bodies](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/local-authorities-and-commissioning-bodies) - [Consultation process](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/consultation-process) - [FAQs](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/admissions-faqs) - [News](https://orangetreeschool.org/blog) - [Key Dates](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/orange-tree-school-key-dates) - [Newsletters](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/newsletters) - [Blog](https://orangetreeschool.org/blog) - [Events](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/events) - [Feedback](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/feedback) - Ridgeway Site - [Lead Teacher Welcome](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/lead-teacher-ridgeway) - [A Typical day at Ridgeway](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/ridgeway-typical-day) - [Pastoral](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/pastoral-ridgeway) - School Information - Meet the Team - [Admissions](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/-admissions) - [Term Dates](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/term-dates-ridgeway-2026-2027) - [Exam Results](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/en-gb/exam-results-2026) - [School Magazine](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/book-club-and-magazine) - [Academic programme ](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/academic-programme) - Contact Us - [Work with us](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/careers) - [Contact Details](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/contact) # Work with us At Orange Tree School we focus on the  health and wellbeing of our staff alongside that of our students.  We are rethinking how things are done in the sector to ensure our colleagues get the respect and support they deserve. [Explore our vacancies](https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/orange-tree-school-1054213) ![hero-jobbies-7](https://f.hubspotusercontent00.net/hubfs/395201/hero-jobbies-7.svg) Schools can sometimes be stressful environments for staff, and we take staff wellbeing seriously. We aim to maintain a healthy work–life balance for our team. We do not run evening activities and we do not expect staff to work beyond their normal working hours. To further support wellbeing, we offer staff yoga sessions and provide 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme. We also work hard to create a positive and supportive culture within the school. Our Appreciation Tree at the entrance is used by both students and staff to recognise and celebrate one another. We regularly share weekly shout-outs, vouchers and small tokens of appreciation, and we organise occasional staff breakfasts or lunches as well as celebrations for special events. The people we recruit to work with our young people share a common set of values and qualities. They are kind, empathetic and therapeutic in their approach, as well as hardworking, efficient, creative and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of the young people we are privileged to support. We provide training, access to ongoing professional development and actively encourage lifelong learning. Many of our staff choose to undertake additional qualifications after joining us, and we are exceptionally proud that so many colleagues stay with us and grow into new roles and responsibilities within the school. ✓ Competitive and Transparent Salaries ✓ Professional Development Opportunities ✓ Supporting Staff Wellbeing #### "The Orange Tree is truly eye opening in how to create a culture of success built on trust and mutual appreciation" - Suzanne, Art Teacher # Application Process - To view our latest opportunities and apply, please visit our vacancies page on **[TES](https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/orange-tree-school-1054213)**. Or email your CV along with a brief personal statement outlining your interest in the role to: [recruitment@oragetreeschool.org](mailto:recruitment@oragetreeschool.org) . **Application Process** Please complete the online application form in full. If you are shortlisted, you will first be invited to schedule a short Teams call. If successful at this stage, you will then be invited to attend a school visit and formal interview. **Interview Day** The interview process includes: - A tour of the school - Delivering a lesson - A formal interview As part of our safer recruitment procedures, an online search will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates. . **Safeguarding** We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Pre-employment checks will include: - Professional references - An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check - Relevant statutory checks We comply fully with the DBS Code of Practice. . ![blue_lady_background_jobbies (1)](https://f.hubspotusercontent00.net/hubfs/395201/blue_lady_background_jobbies%20(1).png) ![staff group 1 photo](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/hubfs/staff%20group%201%20photo.png) ![blue_lady_background_jobbies (1)](https://f.hubspotusercontent00.net/hubfs/395201/blue_lady_background_jobbies%20(1).png) ![staff group 1 photo](https://www.orangetreeschool.org/hubfs/staff%20group%201%20photo.png) ##### A Culture of Excellence ## Why work for us? The Orange Tree is a dynamic, forward-thinking school formed of a diverse community of students, teachers, and support staff. We are proud of not only our culture of excellence but our culture of caring as well.  We want all members of our community to be stakeholders in our journey and prioritise giving staff the opportunity to develop professionally. We celebrate our successes collectively and motivate the entire team to deliver excellence for all. We are always looking to recruit high quality teaching and support staff. We seek well-qualified, enthusiastic people who will inspire our pupils and underpin the day-to-day running of the school. We welcome applications from those who have had successful careers in other sectors, as well as those form an educational background. In our experience, this breadth gives the school a unique complexity and speaks to the character of the school. Our vacancies will appear on our website but we welcome applications to our talent pool on an ongoing basis. If you think you might be a good fit, please upload your cv and we may be in touch. 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