Primary Teacher

Acorn Care and Education; Bromley; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Bromley seeks a qualified Primary Teacher dedicated to making a difference in pupils' lives. This role emphasizes planning engaging lessons and assessing student progress, particularly for those with autism and complex needs. The position offers a competitive salary, a commitment to wellbeing through a 4-Day Working Week, and significant opportunities to grow within a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate will have UK QTS and a passion for fostering a caring and inclusive educational atmosphere.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible benefits platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Paid fertility treatment support

Qualifications

• Dynamic and motivated qualified Primary Teacher with a passion for education.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging learning experiences.
• Experience with autism and complex learning needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences.
• Monitor and assess student progress and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues and professionals for student support.

Skills

Passionate teacher with UK QTS or equivalent

Skilled communicator engaging with autism

Committed to building relationships

Motivated to contribute positively

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Job Title: Primary Teacher

Location: Baston House School, Bromley, Kent BR2 7AB

Salary: Up to £51,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday – Friday | 08:30–16:30

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: January 2026

Eligibility: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated qualified Primary Teacher with a passion for making a difference in the lives of pupils with autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs. In this role, you will plan and deliver engaging learning experiences that stimulate curiosity and foster growth, helping pupils flourish both academically and personally.

You will have the freedom to work creatively, using our extensive resources and expert support to develop innovative teaching methods tailored to each pupil. Observation, assessment, and monitoring of student progress will be integral to your role, ensuring that personal development and wellbeing are given equal importance alongside the academic curriculum.

Who We’re Looking For

• Passionate teacher with UK QTS or equivalent.
• Skilled communicator, confident in engaging with pupils with autism and complex learning needs.
• Committed to building strong, caring relationships with pupils, colleagues, and external professionals.
• Motivated to contribute to the school’s vision and ethos, and to make a positive impact in a specialist educational setting.

At Baston House, each school is a unique, vibrant environment. Our teachers enjoy becoming part of the school “family,” exploring the potential of their classrooms and getting to know their pupils. You will work collaboratively with colleagues and wider professionals to ensure every child receives the personalised support they need to thrive.

About Us

Baston House is an independent day specialist provider of education for young people and adults aged 5 to 19 years who have been diagnosed with Autism (ASC). Baston House School ensures that our school environment supports learning and promotes the well‑being of pupils and staff through a strong sense of community cohesion. Creating a sense of community, developing social understanding, improving well‑being, enhancing academic achievement, and developing independence are at the root of our school community. We work hard to provide a safe school where pupils are included in every aspect of school life.

For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• A market‑leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enabling you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.

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

Outcomes First Group 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, Outcomes First Group 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.