SEN Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Worcester; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A special education institution in Worcester is looking for a dedicated SEN Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will design and deliver engaging lessons for students with complex SEN and ASC needs. You will collaborate with fellow educators to promote academic, social, and emotional growth while maintaining high levels of safeguarding. The role offers competitive benefits, including a pension scheme and access to mental health support services. Applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status and have experience with SEN/ASC students, beginning in January 2026.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Enhanced maternity and paternity support

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree.
• Experience teaching students with complex SEN and ASC needs is essential.
• Creative, resilient, and adaptable to a dynamic classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored for SEN and ASC pupils.
• Foster an inclusive classroom where every pupil feels valued.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop tailored support strategies.
• Maintain standards of safeguarding and pastoral care.
• Support the ethos of creativity and collaboration within the school.

Skills

Teaching pupils with SEN/ASC

Creative lesson planning

Collaboration skills

Strong communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Recognised degree

Job description

SEN Teacher – Full Time

Location: Norton College, Worcester, WR5 2BA

Salary: £39,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30am – 04:00pm

Contract: Permanent, term time only

Start Date: January 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

At Norton College, part of Acorn Education, we are committed to providing an environment where creativity thrives, individuality is celebrated, and every young person with complex SEN and ASC needs is supported to achieve their potential. Our mission is to ensure that every learner feels valued, understood, and empowered to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate SEN Teacher to join our growing team and contribute to shaping the next chapter of our school's journey. In this role, you will design and deliver personalised, imaginative lessons that engage pupils and foster curiosity, resilience, and independence. You will work closely with a supportive team of teaching and support staff to ensure that every child's learning, wellbeing, and holistic development are prioritised.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons for pupils with complex SEN and ASC needs.
• Foster an inclusive, nurturing classroom environment where every pupil feels valued and safe.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement strategies to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, pastoral care, and wellbeing.
• Support the school's ethos of creativity, collaboration, and celebrating every learner's achievements.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a recognised degree.
• Experience teaching pupils with SEN/ASC.
• Passionate, creative, and committed to inclusive education.
• Calm, resilient, and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills.

Benefits

• Life Assurance.
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions.
• Your Wellbeing Matters – access to mental health support services and physical health checks.
• Competitive benefits via Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista:
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits.
• 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad.
• Cycle to Work Schemes.
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme.
• Critical illness cover.
• Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity, paternity, and fertility treatment support.

Additional Information

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. All applications will be subject to the necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements.

We are committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people.