Get into Teaching with Springwell Lincolnshire
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Are you passionate about changing lives? Do you believe every child deserves a champion? A career in teaching at Springwell Lincolnshire is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to empower young people, break down barriers to learning, and help students find a new path to success.
Working in our specialist academies offers a unique and deeply rewarding experience. Our students have often faced challenges in mainstream education. They need teachers who are resilient, creative, and can build strong, trusting relationships. They need educators who can see their potential and will inspire them to achieve it.
If you are determined to make a profound impact and are seeking a dynamic and supportive environment to begin your teaching career, Springwell Lincolnshire is the place for you.
Our Training Partner: The Josie Thirkell Institute of Education
To provide the very best training and development, Springwell Lincolnshire is proud to partner with The Josie Thirkell Institute of Education.
The Institute is the central hub for professional development and teacher training for the Wellspring Academy Trust. It is founded on the principle of delivering outstanding, practice-based training that is tailored to the needs of schools and children in our communities.
As a trainee teacher with us, you will be part of the Institute’s network, benefiting from:
- Expert-Led Training: Learn from outstanding practitioners and leaders who have real-world experience in specialist and alternative provision settings.
- A Tailored Curriculum: The training programme is specifically designed to equip you with the skills needed to thrive in environments like ours, with a strong focus on behaviour management, trauma-informed practice, and social-emotional development.
- Immersive Placements: Gain hands-on experience right here at Springwell Lincolnshire, as well as in other schools within the Wellspring Trust, giving you a rich and varied training year.
- A Supportive Network: From day one, you will have a dedicated mentor and be part of a close-knit community of fellow trainees, providing support and encouragement throughout your journey.
Your Pathway into Teaching
Through The Josie Thirkell Institute of Education, we offer a number of routes to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Our primary pathway is the School Direct (fee-funded) programme, which allows you to learn on the job as you work towards your PGCE and QTS.
What you can expect
- A Full Year in School: You will be based at one of our Springwell Lincolnshire academies, immediately putting theory into practice and becoming an integral part of our school team.
- Comprehensive Mentorship: Receive dedicated support from an experienced in-school mentor who will guide your progress week by week.
- Academic Rigour: Benefit from high-quality academic sessions delivered by the Institute’s experts, leading to a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).
Are You the Right Candidate?
We are looking for aspiring teachers who are:
- Resilient and Compassionate: Able to remain positive and build strong connections with students who need extra support.
- Creative and Adaptable: Capable of finding innovative ways to engage reluctant learners.
- Reflective and Eager to Learn: Committed to developing their practice and responding to feedback.
- Passionate about Inclusion: A true believer that every child can succeed, regardless of their background or challenges.
Start Your Journey Today
Ready to take the first step towards a career that truly matters?
To find out more about our teacher training programme, entry requirements, and the application process, please visit the website for The Josie Thirkell Institute of Education.
For an informal discussion about what it’s like to teach at Springwell Lincolnshire, please feel free to get in touch with Mrs S Hurley, Executive Vice Principal on sarah.hurley@springwell-lincs.co.uk