SEN Primary Teacher - Maternity Cover

Outcomes First Group; Bath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education organization in Bath seeks a dedicated SEN Primary Teacher to inspire students with complex needs at Oakfield House School. The role involves delivering creative and personalized lessons in a nurturing environment. Applicants should have a relevant degree, QTS or QTLS, and a commitment to inclusive education. Benefits include a 4-Day Working Week Trial, health support, and a variety of insurance options. This is a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of children and join a supportive community.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• A relevant degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS).
• Creative, flexible approach to delivering engaging primary lessons.
• Genuine commitment to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver creative, hands-on lessons across a broad range of primary subjects.
• Personalize learning to meet individual needs of pupils.
• Collaborate with a supportive team dedicated to inclusion.

Skills

Creative approach to teaching

Experience with SEN

Positive energy

Adaptability

Education

Relevant degree

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS)

Job description

Every day at Oakfield House School is a chance to spark curiosity, nurture confidence, and help children with complex needs discover their unique potential. As our new SEN Primary Teacher, you'll bring learning to life in a setting that values creativity, compassion, and care. You'll have the freedom to teach in ways that truly connect with your pupils - empowering them to achieve academically, socially, and emotionally. You'll be part of a warm, supportive school community where wellbeing and safeguarding are central to everything we do.

You will: Deliver creative, hands‑on lessons across a broad range of primary subjects. Personalise learning to meet the individual needs, abilities, and interests of each pupil. Foster independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Collaborate with a talented, caring, and supportive team dedicated to inclusion and excellence.

You're calm, adaptable, and full of positive energy. You see potential where others see challenge, and you're passionate about helping every child find their voice and confidence.

You'll bring: A relevant degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS). A creative, flexible approach to delivering engaging primary lessons. A genuine commitment to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing. Experience in SEN or ASC settings (desirable but not essential).

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance – and we're putting wellbeing first. We're proud to be taking part in a 4‑Day Working Week Trial, meaning you could work one day less a week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full‑time pay. ECTs are welcome to apply.

If you're an inspiring educator with a passion for making a difference? At Oakfield House School, part of the Options Autism family, we're growing – and we're searching for a dedicated SEN Primary Teacher to join our exceptional team. If you're driven by the belief that every child deserves the best, this is your opportunity to make a real difference at Oakfield House School.

Oakfield House School is a specialist Primary School for autistic pupils and those associated with Autism/Learning or Complex Communication and Behaviour needs. The school has a strong and committed leadership team. Our school is a country house built in the 1880's, set in eight acres of beautiful parkland. We cater for 45 boys and girls aged between 4‑12 years old. The Site is situated in Salwick near Preston and are within commutable distance from Preston, Blackpool, Chorley, Leyland and surrounding areas. 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 neuro‑divergent young people and young adults.

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. Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including: 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 And a market‑leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables 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.

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.