SEN Teacher

TieTalent; Norwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join their supportive team at Acorn Park School in Norwich. The role offers the unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on enhancing the well-being of pupils with autism. With a salary up to £42,000 and the chance to benefit from a 4-Day Working Week, this position emphasizes work-life balance and professional growth. Join now and make a meaningful impact in the lives of students.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Annual leave benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• You need to have GCSE C/4 in English and Maths.
• UK QTS/QTLS or working towards it is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop academic capabilities and social skills in students.
• Plan and teach high-quality lessons in line with curriculum requirements.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils and parents/carers.

Skills

Education

Communication Skills

Assessment Skills

Team Leadership

Adaptability

Education

GCSE C/4 English

GCSE C/4 Maths

UK QTS/QTLS

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About

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

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 taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Location: Acorn Park School, 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: July 2025

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a SEN Teacher to join our close-knit team at Acorn Park School located in Norwich.

About

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

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 taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job Title: SEN Teacher

Location: Acorn Park School, 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: July 2025

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a SEN Teacher to join our close-knit team at Acorn Park School located in Norwich.

About The Role

To develop the academic capabilities, social and communication skills and focussing on successful and purposeful learning. To lead the class team by example and direction, ensuring the highest quality of education and care for every pupil..

Main Responsibilities:

• To develop and implement schemes of work and lesson plans in line with the requirements of the Formal or Semi-Formal Curriculum Pathway.
• To ensure they have adequate planning to teach high quality lessons
• To organise the learning environment and develop resources in order to maximise the learning process.
• To establish positive relationships with pupils and to develop close, professional relationships with parents/carers.
• To use assessment tools effectively and according to school deadlines, to record pupil progress.
• To foster enthusiasm for learning.
• To ensure that pupils are challenged in their learning and aim to achieve their full potential.
• To share responsibility for the well being, safety and behaviour management of pupils in line with the school’s policies.
• To demonstrate excellent practice and work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues.
• To work in partnership with all stakeholders.
• To meet the EHCP needs of the pupils.
• To develop knowledge of teaching pupils with ASD in line with development and best practice and to share this with colleagues.
• To keep accurate records in line with school policies
• To develop and maintain good communication with all stakeholders.
• To Maintain a healthy work/life balance.
  
  

Qualifications Required

• GCSE C/4 English and Maths.
• UK QTS/ QTLS or working towards.
  
  

About Us

Acorn Park is a school for 160 pupils, who all have 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 as we have 8 co-located pupil’s homes on our 30 Acre site in rural Norfolk. On site, we also have a large Forest School and Animal Care Farm along with play facilities, a sports hall and sensory rooms.

For over 16 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 neurodivergent young people and young adults. 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 really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

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.
  
  

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults 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 and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

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

• 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
  
  

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