SEN Teacher - Music and/or ICT (Gunnislake)

Outcomes First Group; Gunnislake; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Vista benefits platform discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Copper Fields School in Gunnislake seeks a SEN Teacher with a focus on Music and/or ICT. This permanent, term-time role starts November 2026, offering a competitive salary up to £42,000 per year and a 40.5-hour week. You will deliver engaging lessons, support pupils with diverse needs, and work within a collaborative team to raise attainment.

UK applicants only; sponsorship is not available. The school values wellbeing and safeguarding, and the successful candidate will contribute to an

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Music, ICT, or both subjects.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Adaptable, resilient and committed to overcoming barriers to learning.
• Experience in SEN or SEMH setting desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Music and/or ICT lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Create a positive, nurturing classroom environment where pupils feel safe and motivated to learn.
• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons that enable every learner to achieve success.
• Monitor progress through meaningful assessment and adapt teaching strategies to maximise outcomes.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development alongside academic progress.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, parents, carers and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Act as a Form Tutor where required, supporting EHCP reviews and parent communication.
• Promote positive behaviour through proactive, therapeutic approaches.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and help shape an exceptional learning experience.

Skills

Music teaching

ICT teaching

QTS

Classroom management

Relationship-building

Adaptable

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

We put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge!

Job Title:

SEN Teacher - Music and/or ICT

Location:

Copper Fields School, Gunnislake, PL18 9EH

Salary:

Up to £42,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Hours:

40.5 hours per week | Monday 8.30am - 5.00pm | Tuesday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only

Start:

November 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

Are you a passionate teacher looking for a role where you can genuinely transform lives? We're seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teacher specialising in Music and/or ICT to join our dedicated and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an innovative educator who believes every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of the barriers they face. Whether you already have experience within a Special Educational Needs setting or are an outstanding mainstream teacher looking for a rewarding new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging Music and/or ICT lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Create a positive, nurturing classroom environment where pupils feel safe, valued and motivated to learn.
• Plan and deliver innovative, differentiated lessons that enable every learner to achieve success.
• Monitor progress through meaningful assessment and adapt teaching strategies to maximise outcomes.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development alongside their academic progress.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, parents, carers and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Act as a Form Tutor where required, supporting EHCP reviews, pupil progress and parent communication.
• Promote positive behaviour through proactive, therapeutic and restorative approaches.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and help shape an exceptional learning experience for every pupil.

What you will bring

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent required.
• Has experience teaching Music, ICT, or both subjects.
• Believes every young person can achieve and reach their potential.
• Has strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Is adaptable, resilient and committed to overcoming barriers to learning.
• Can deliver creative, engaging and personalised learning experiences.
• Experience within an SEN or SEMH setting is desirable but not essential. We welcome applications from teachers who have the skills, enthusiasm and determination to make a positive difference.

About Us

Copper Fields School is a specialist co-educational school in Gunnislake, Cornwall, supporting pupils aged 4-16 with autism, communication and language needs, and additional complex needs. In a nurturing and inclusive environment, pupils receive personalised support to develop academically, socially, and emotionally. Our broad and balanced curriculum, enriched by outdoor learning and local community experiences, fosters independence, confidence, and personal growth. Copper Fields celebrates every individual, empowering pupils to achieve their best outcomes and prepare for life beyond school.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils 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 pupils 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.

Outcomes First Group 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, Outcomes First Group 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.