SEN Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the education sector is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join their innovative team at Underley Garden School. This role offers the unique opportunity to work a 4-Day Week while making a significant impact on the lives of students with complex needs. Ideal candidates are passionate about teaching and skilled at fostering positive relationships with pupils and colleagues alike. The position comes with a competitive salary and attractive benefits.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with optional contributions

Mental health support

Travel Allowance

Flexibility for benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Critical illness cover

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Attendance Incentive

Birthday Chocolates

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a passion for making a difference.
• Experience with students with autism and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons to students.
• Monitor and assess students' personal development.

Skills

Communication

Passion for teaching

Education

UK QTS or equivalent

Job description

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're participating in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, which means you could work one day less per week (or equivalent).

If the trial is successful, we will implement the 4DWW across the Group — making this an exciting time to join us!

Job Title: SEN Teacher

Location: Underley Garden School, Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ

Salary: Up to GBP41,000.00 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start: September 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

As a dynamic and motivated qualified teacher, you will have a passion for making a difference in the lives of pupils. You will respond to the needs of individuals with autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs, helping them flourish and thrive.

You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, developing innovative methods that stimulate interest and excitement in the classroom. Working with us allows you to work creatively, utilizing extensive resources and expert support.

You will observe, monitor, and assess our students, ensuring their personal development and wellbeing are prioritized alongside academic progress.

Who we are looking for

You will be a passionate teacher and a great communicator, comfortable engaging with pupils with autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs, as well as contributing to the school's vision and direction.

Our schools are unique environments with their own atmosphere, opportunities, and resources. Our teachers enjoy becoming part of their school's 'family', exploring the environment and getting to know our pupils.

You will enjoy building caring relationships and liaising with professionals, whether colleagues within the school or those from previous educational establishments.

Requirement:

• UK QTS or equivalent

About Us

Underley Garden School caters to pupils aged 5-19 with complex needs related to autism and learning disabilities, including communication, sensory, and behavioral needs.

We adopt a holistic, person-centered approach, aiming to help pupils achieve high standards through comprehensive education, care, and therapy tailored to individual needs.

Located near Kirkby Lonsdale, on the edge of the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, within reach of Lancaster, Cumbria, and surrounding areas.

Options Autism has provided care and education for over 16 years. As part of Outcomes First Group, we lead in implementing innovative approaches that deliver measurable outcomes.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

We offer an exceptional rewards package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with optional increased contributions
• 'Your Wellbeing Matters' - access to mental health support and health checks

Through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, you can choose benefits such as:

• Travel Allowance - up to GBP450.00 depending on distance
• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility support

Additional School Benefits

• Birthday Chocolates
• Christmas Gift Vouchers
• BUPA Wellbeing Health Expenses, Employee Assistance Programme, and Healthline
• Team Building Days
• Attendance Incentive

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

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

Work Schedule: You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, providing more personal time. The 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.