Join Us in Turning Children's Lives Around
We are looking for a passionate and dedicatedPrimary Teacherto joinThe Spires School, delivering high-quality, therapeutic education to children and young people who need it most.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference, helping pupils rebuild confidence, re-engage with learning, and achieve positive outcomes.
About the Role
As a Teacher at The Spires School, your role will be varied, engaging, and highly rewarding.
You will delivercreative, flexible, and personalised learning, supporting each pupil through bespoke educational approaches tailored to their individual needs.
You will work within atrauma-informed model, embedding therapeutic and relational practice into your day-to-day teaching.
Our schools are proud to hold theAttachment and Trauma Sensitive Schools Award, demonstrating our commitment to supporting children affected by trauma.
About The Spires School
The Spires School is a specialist setting for children and young people aged6–18 years, many of whom have experienced trauma and require a nurturing, structured workplace to succeed.
We provide atherapeutic and individualised education programme, with a strong focus on emotional development, stability, and re-engagement in learning.
Why Join Us?
Our young people benefit from consistency, care, and positive role models.
We are therefore looking for committed individuals who want to build a meaningful career within atherapeutically informed organisation.
In return, we offer:




Term-time working aligned with the local authority
Company pension
Simply Health medical cashback scheme
Blue Light Card
Employee Assistance Programme
Long service and recognition awards
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Support from our dedicated Learning & Development team
Investors in PeoplePlatinum Awardemployer
You will also receive training inProactive Approachesand ongoing support to develop your skills and career.
About Five Rivers Child Care
Five Rivers is aSocial Enterprisecommitted to transforming the lives of children and young people who have experienced trauma.
Through our specialist schools, children's homes, fostering services, and therapy teams, we deliver integrated care and education that makes a lasting difference.
What We're Looking For
We are keen to hear from candidates who:
HoldQTS or are an ECT/NQT
Have strong communication and IT skills
Can build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and professionals
Are empathetic, resilient, and committed to trauma-informed practice
Hold afull UK driving licence(essential)
Have theright to work in the UK
Safeguarding
Five Rivers Child Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All staff are expected to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be subject to:
Enhanced DBS check
Employment references
Qualification verification
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals.
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📌 Primary Teacher - The Spires (Adelaide)
🏢 Five Rivers Child Care
📍 Adelaide