SEN Teacher

OFG Education; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options toincrease

Your Wellbeing Matters

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking an SEN Teacher for Barton School in Barton-upon-Humber. The role is permanent, term-time only, with a January 2027 start. Salary up to £42,500 per year, 40 hours per week, on-site employment.

You will support students with SEN, SEMH, autism or complex needs in a specialist setting, delivering personalised lessons and developing individual learning plans. A strong focus on safeguarding and collaborative teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification required.
• Experience with SEN/SEMH/autism or willingness to move into specialist education.
• Passion for inclusive teaching.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Adaptive, resilient and creative in teaching and learning.
• Collaborative and committed to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support students to make meaningful progress both academically and personally.
• Develop and review individual learning plans and contribute to student targets and outcomes.
• Foster positive behaviour, confidence and emotional wellbeing through strong relationships.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists, families and other professionals to provide holistic support.
• Monitor progress, celebrate achievements and adapt teaching strategies to maximise success.
• Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every student can flourish.
• Champion safeguarding and ensure the wellbeing of all students remains at the heart of your practice.

Skills

QTS

SEN experience

Inclusive teaching

Relationship building

Adaptable

Collaborative

Professional development

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

At OFG Education we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work

Job Title: SEN Teacher
Location: Barton School, Barton-upon-Humber DN18 6DA
Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.00am - 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

At Barton School, every lesson has the power to change a life. As an SEN Teacher, you'll support students with additional needs to overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve outcomes they never thought possible.

This is more than a teaching role. It's an opportunity to be part of a specialist setting where relationships come first, small class sizes allow for truly personalised learning, and every student is known, valued and supported to succeed.

Working alongside a skilled and passionate multidisciplinary team, you'll create engaging learning experiences that help students thrive academically, socially and emotionally. You'll have the freedom to adapt your teaching, celebrate every achievement and make a genuine difference every single day.

Whether you're an experienced SEN Teacher or a qualified teacher looking to bring your skills into specialist education, you'll join a supportive school community that values collaboration, creativity and professional growth.

What You'll Do

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support students to make meaningful progress both academically and personally.
• Develop and review individual learning plans and contribute to student targets and outcomes.
• Foster positive behaviour, confidence and emotional wellbeing through strong relationships.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists, families and other professionals to provide holistic support.
• Monitor progress, celebrate achievements and adapt teaching strategies to maximise success.
• Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every student can flourish.
• Champion safeguarding and ensure the wellbeing of all students remains at the heart of your practice.

What We're Looking For

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification required
• Has experience working with children and young people with SEN, SEMH, autism or complex needs, or is keen to move into specialist education.
• Is passionate about inclusive teaching and helping every student achieve their potential.
• Builds positive, trusting relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Is adaptable, resilient and creative in their approach to teaching and learning.
• Enjoys working collaboratively and is committed to continuous professional development.

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

Barton School is a specialist school for children and young people with autism, aged 5 to 19. Following extensive development and refurbishment works, we are expanding our team in preparation for our next intake of students. We are thrilled to offer this exciting opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated and close-knit school community. This is a truly rewarding role, where you can make a significant difference to the lives of young people.

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.