SEN Teacher

OFG Education; Bestwood Village; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increa​

Your Wellbeing Matters – mental health

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking a SEN Teacher for Bestwood Village School in Nottingham. The role involves planning and delivering tailored learning for students with diverse needs, often in 1:1 or small-group settings, within a supportive school environment.

You will implement IEPs and personalised learning plans, collaborate with families and colleagues, and ensure safeguarding and professional standards are upheld. The position starts January 2027 and offers permanent terms in a 37.5-hour week.

Qualifications

• UK QTS
• Experience with autism spectrum conditions
• Experience within an educational setting
• Confidence in planning, delivering and teaching engaging lessons
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Accuracy and attention to detail when recording information
• Personal care experience preferable
• Driving licence required

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess lessons in line with the school’s curriculum and policies, tracking and reporting on student progress
• Develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs), behaviour plans and personalised learning programmes
• Create an engaging classroom environment, organising resources and groupings to support effective learning
• Lead on agreed subjects or areas, coordinating teaching, assessment and reporting across key stages
• Work effectively with support staff, ensuring they are well briefed and able to provide high-quality support
• Manage and support behaviour positively, helping students develop independence and self-regulation
• Work collaboratively within a multi-professional team, maintaining clear communication with colleagues, care staff and families
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and all statutory and school policies are consistently followed, while maintaining accurate records and professional standards

Skills

UK QTS

Autism experience

Education sector experience

Lesson planning

Team player

Attention to detail

Personal care experience

Driving licence

Job description

At OFG Education we work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of work

Job Title: SEN Teacher
Location: Bestwood Village School, Bestwood Village, Nottingham NG68TL
Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday 8.15am – 5.00pm, Tuesday to Friday 8.15am – 4.00pm
Salary: Up to £42,500 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2027

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

As a Teacher, you will plan and deliver high-quality, tailored learning to meet the individual needs of students, often working with small groups or on a 1:1 basis. You will create a safe, supportive and stimulating environment that promotes academic progress, positive behaviour and personal development, while working closely with colleagues and families to ensure a consistent and joined-up approach.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess lessons in line with the school’s curriculum and policies, tracking and reporting on student progress
• Develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs), behaviour plans and personalised learning programmes
• Create an engaging classroom environment, organising resources and groupings to support effective learning
• Lead on agreed subjects or areas, coordinating teaching, assessment and reporting across key stages
• Work effectively with support staff, ensuring they are well briefed and able to provide high-quality support
• Manage and support behaviour positively, helping students develop independence and self-regulation
• Work collaboratively within a multi-professional team, maintaining clear communication with colleagues, care staff and families
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and all statutory and school policies are consistently followed, while maintaining accurate records and professional standards

What you will bring

• UK QTS
• Experience working with students with autism spectrum conditions and/or those displaying challenging behaviour
• Experience within an educational setting
• Confidence in planning, delivering and teaching engaging lessons
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Accuracy and attention to detail when recording and maintaining information
• Possible personal care & primary teaching experience preferable.
• Driving licence required

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our School

Bestwood Village School is based in Nottingham and has capacity for 36 students. This is an exciting opportunity for anybody who wants to be a part of the successful development of a fairly new setting and make a difference to the education of our students.

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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