SEN Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Stockport; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support (mental health)

Vista benefits platform

UK discounts

Cycle to Work

Electric Car Purchase

Critical illness cover

Family growth support

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking a passionate SEN Teacher at Brinksway School, Stockport. You will deliver engaging lessons for students with autism and complex needs, within a warm, supportive environment and with a focus on personalised education and wellbeing.

You will work with teaching assistants, therapists and families to create safe, nurturing spaces, aligning with EHCP outcomes and school goals. The role is permanent, term-time, 40 hours weekly, starting November 2026.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent required.
• Experience teaching students with autism, SEND and complex learning profiles.
• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach to teaching.
• Strong understanding of differentiated and personalised learning strategies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Passionate about helping every student achieve their potential

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to students with autism and complex needs.
• Monitor progress and adapt learning to meet individual needs and EHCP outcomes.
• Create and review personalised learning, behaviour and support plans.
• Foster a positive, structured and nurturing classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and families to support student success.
• Promote students' academic, social, emotional and independence skills.
• Contribute to curriculum development and whole-school improvement.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students at all times.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Differentiated learning

Autism/SEND experience

Patience & compassion

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

At OFG Education we put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge

Job Title: SEN Teacher
Location: Brinksway School, Stockport, SK4 2HG
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm
Salary: Up to £42,500 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: November 2026
UK applicants only - no sponsorship available

About the Role

We are a warm, friendly and welcoming school seeking a passionate SEN Teacher to support our young learners with autism and complex needs. Our students thrive when they are understood, encouraged and given the right support to succeed, and we're looking for someone who shares that belief.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team where relationships matter, achievements are celebrated, and every day brings the chance to help students build confidence, independence and life-long skills.

You'll deliver engaging, personalised learning that meets the individual needs of each student, helping them achieve outcomes they may never have thought possible. Working closely with teaching assistants, therapists and families, you'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where every student can flourish.

What you will be doing

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to students with autism and complex needs.
• Monitor progress and adapt learning to meet individual needs and EHCP outcomes.
• Create and review personalised learning, behaviour and support plans.
• Foster a positive, structured and nurturing classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and families to support student success.
• Promote students' academic, social, emotional and independence skills.
• Contribute to curriculum development and whole-school improvement.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students at all times.

What you will bring

• QTS or equivalent required.
• Experience teaching students with autism, SEND and complex learning profiles.
• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach to teaching.
• Strong understanding of differentiated and personalised learning strategies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Passionate about helping every student achieve their potential

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

Opened in September 2024, Brinksway School is a purpose-built Primary and Secondary SEN school for 55 students aged 4-13 with autism and complex needs. Located in Stockport, Greater Manchester, our refurbished, specialist building supports learning, independence, and wellbeing.

At Brinksway School, we passionately nurture each student’s potential. Our curriculum is tailored to individual needs, aiming not only for academic success but also for growth in confidence, self-esteem, and life skills. We aspire to create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to flourish.

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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