SEN Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Tetford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in innovative education as a SEN Teacher at Acorn Park School. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a 4-Day Working Week model, ensuring a healthy work/life balance while providing high-quality education to pupils with Autism. You will lead a dedicated class team, develop tailored lesson plans, and foster positive relationships with students and parents. Enjoy competitive salary and benefits including life assurance and mental health support.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with flexible contributions

Access to mental health support

Physical health checks

Qualifications

• GCSE C/4 in English and Maths required.
• UK QTS/QTLS or working towards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement schemes of work and lesson plans.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils and their families.
• Foster enthusiasm for learning and challenge pupils.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Adaptability

Education

GCSE C/4 in English and Maths

UK QTS/QTLS or working towards

Job description

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 the equivalent).

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

Job Details

• Job Title: SEN Teacher
• Location: Acorn Park School, Norwich, NR16 2HU
• Salary: Up to GBP42,000 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

Note: UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

To develop the academic capabilities, social and communication skills, focusing 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

• Develop and implement schemes of work and lesson plans aligned with the curriculum pathways.
• Ensure adequate planning to deliver high-quality lessons.
• Organise the learning environment and develop resources to maximise learning.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils and develop close, professional relationships with parents/carers.
• Use assessment tools effectively and record pupil progress according to school deadlines.
• Foster enthusiasm for learning and challenge pupils to achieve their full potential.
• Share responsibility for pupils' wellbeing, safety, and behaviour management in line with school policies.
• Work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues and all stakeholders.
• Meet the EHCP needs of pupils and develop knowledge of teaching pupils with ASD.
• Keep accurate records and develop good communication with stakeholders.
• Maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Qualifications Required

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

About Us

Acorn Park School caters to 160 pupils with primary diagnoses of Autism, offering formal and semi-formal pathways, including residential options. Our facilities include a Forest School, Animal Care Farm, sports hall, sensory rooms, and extensive outdoor spaces.

Options Autism has provided care and education for over 16 years and is part of Outcomes First Group, a leader in innovative approaches for neurodivergent young people and adults.

Why Join Options Autism?

Benefits include:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with flexible contributions
• Access to mental health support and physical health checks

Through our Vista benefits platform, employees can access health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes, critical illness cover, and family support benefits.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. Successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

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

Enjoy 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to enjoy life. The 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.