SEN Teacher

Benefitoutcomes First Group; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is seeking a qualified SEN Teacher to join their dedicated team at Acorn Park School. This role involves supporting pupils with autism and ensuring their educational needs are met while fostering a love for learning. The ideal candidate will hold a UK Qualified Teacher Status and demonstrate a commitment to high teaching standards. The position offers a competitive salary, a great benefits package, and promotes a healthy work-life balance, including a 4-Day Working Week trial.

Benefits

Exceptional reward package including life assurance

Flexible Benefits Platform

Access to mental health support services

Discount options in the UK and abroad

Family Growth Support benefits

Responsibilities

• Encourage enthusiasm and a love of learning.
• Challenge pupils to reach their full potential.
• Collaborate with colleagues and work as part of a supportive team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Commitment to high standards

Passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs

Education

GCSE C/4 or above in English and Maths

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or working towards

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teacher

Location: Acorn Park School, Banham, Norwich, NR16 2HU

Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm

Contract: Permanent | Term Time only

Start Date: January 2026

Application: UK applicants only; no sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Encourage enthusiasm and a love of learning
• Challenge pupils to reach their full potential
• Share responsibility for pupil wellbeing, safety, and behaviour management
• Collaborate with colleagues and work as part of a supportive team
• Meet the needs outlined in pupils Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Develop expertise in teaching pupils with ASD, sharing best practice
• Maintain accurate records following school policies
• Balance professional dedication with a healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• GCSE C/4 or above in English and Maths
• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS), or working towards
• Commitment to high standards of teaching and care
• Passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs and autism
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

About Us

Acorn Park is a school for 160 pupils, all with a primary diagnosis of Autism. We run two curriculum pathways: Formal and Semi-formal. Our complex needs pupils are on the Semi-Formal pathway which is highly personalised from their EHCP. We have a mixture of Day and Residential pupils, including 8 co-located pupils’ homes on our 30 acre site in rural Norfolk. On site we also have a large Forest School, an Animal Care Farm, play facilities, a sports hall and sensory rooms.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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 proud to be a Great Place to Work for the fifth year running.

Benefits

• Exceptional reward package including life assurance, pension scheme with options to increase contributions, and a wellbeing platform
• Access to first-class mental health support services and physical health checks (Your Wellbeing Matters)
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) allowing you to choose health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options valid in the UK and abroad, Cycle to Work Schemes, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, and Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and paid fertility treatment support

Work/Life Balance

We are part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, enabling you to work one day less each week while still receiving full-time pay. 80% of contractual hours for 100% of pay.

Application Note

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