Inspiring Special Education Teacher for Autism (SEND)

OFG Education; Moss Bank; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters - mental health

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Health, wellbeing and insurance

Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Hazel Cottage School in St Helens is seeking a passionate Teacher to work with autistic pupils aged 4-11, delivering personalised lessons in a supportive environment. You will join a specialist team and contribute to holistic academic, social and emotional development.

The role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a permanent (term time) contract and a starting date in January 2027. UK applicants only; DBS checks apply and safeguarding is a priority.

Qualifications

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching students with SEND, Autism, SEMH, or complex needs.
• Ability to deliver creative, engaging, and differentiated learning.
• A calm, patient, and compassionate approach.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• The confidence to support and positively manage challenging behaviour.
• The creativity to think differently and help every student succeed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons that inspire and motivate students.
• Adapt learning to meet a range of needs, abilities, and learning styles.
• Track progress and celebrate achievements, both big and small.
• Develop and review individual learning and support plans.
• Create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Support students' academic, social, emotional, and personal development.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively with education and care teams to ensure consistent support.
• Contribute to school improvement and your own professional development.

Skills

QTS experience

SEND experience

Differentiated learning

Relationship-building

Behaviour management

Creativity

Patience

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Hazel Cottage School in St Helens is seeking a passionate Teacher to work with autistic pupils aged 4-11, delivering personalised lessons in a supportive environment. You will join a specialist team and contribute to holistic academic, social and emotional development.

The role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a permanent (term time) contract and a starting date in January 2027. UK applicants only; DBS checks apply and safeguarding is a priority.