Bank SEN Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Vista Benefits Platform

Job summary

Riseley Green School is seeking a dedicated Bank SEN Teacher to support autistic and SEND learners across primary ages. You will join our specialist team on an as-needed basis, delivering engaging lessons and adapting approaches to individual needs.

This flexible role offers a cooperative, supportive environment with small class sizes and collaboration with teaching assistants, therapists and other professionals to maximise student confidence and progress.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience teaching Primary education and/or EYFS.
• Ability to adapt the Primary curriculum for different learning needs.
• Creative and flexible approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons aligned to the Primary curriculum.
• Adapt activities to meet a range of Special Educational Needs.
• Create a safe, structured learning environment where students thrive.
• Support students' academic, social and emotional development.
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants, therapists and professionals.
• Monitor progress and provide targeted feedback.

Skills

QTS

Primary education experience

Adapt curriculum for SEND

Creative teaching

Job description

At Outcomes First Schools we believe increating a better work life balance

Job Title: Primary SEN Teacher

Location: Riseley Green School, Riseley, Reading, Berkshire RG7 1QF

Hours: Bank role - As Needed, Flexible

Salary: £20.00 - £30.00 per hour

Contract: Bank

Start: October 2026

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

At Riseley Green School, we are looking for a dedicated and adaptable Bank SEN Teacher to join our specialist team on an as-needed basis. This flexible role is ideal for an experienced Primary Teacher who is passionate about making a difference and enjoys the variety of working across different classes and supporting students with a range of additional needs.

You’ll step into a nurturing and supportive environment where small class sizes and personalised learning allow you to build positive relationships and create meaningful learning experiences. Working alongside Teaching Assistants, therapists and other professionals, you’ll help students engage with learning, develop confidence and achieve success.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver creative and engaging lessons aligned to the curriculum.
• Adapt teaching and learning activities to meet a range of Special Educational Needs.
• Create a safe, structured and positive learning environment where students can thrive.
• Build on students' individual strengths, interests and starting points to maximise engagement.
• Support students' academic, social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, therapists and wider professionals.
• Monitor student progress during your time in class and provide feedback where required.
• Maintain high expectations while making learning accessible, practical and meaningful.
• Encourage confidence, independence and a positive attitude towards learning.
• Celebrate achievements and help every student recognise their potential.

What we're looking for

For this role, experience teaching Primary aged students and a strong knowledge of the Primary curriculum are essential.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience working in Primary education and/or EYFS
• A strong understanding of the Primary curriculum and how to adapt it for different learning needs
• A creative and flexible approach to teaching
• A passion for helping children with Special Educational Needs achieve their potential
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with students
• A nurturing, patient and resilient approach
• Confidence working collaboratively with colleagues, families and other professionals
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and achieving the best possible outcomes for every student

About Us

Riseley Green School is an independent specialist school near Reading, Berkshire, for autistic young people aged 4–16, with a capacity of 60 students.

We provide a nurturing, structured environment tailored to each child’s needs, fostering academic, social, and emotional growth. Small classes, high staff-to-student ratios, and personalised programmes ensure every student can thrive and reach their full potential. Our dedicated team works closely with families to support wellbeing, independence, and the development of essential life skills.

At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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