SEN Teacher - Post 16

OFG Education; Dover; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, wellbeing and insurance

Life Assurance Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts

Pension

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking a SEN Teacher for Post 16 at Woodside Post 16 Hub in Penge. You will plan and deliver personalised learning, supporting EHCP outcomes and helping students build independence and employability.

Working with families and external professionals, you will deliver across curriculum areas, safeguarding and wellbeing, and contribute to ongoing curriculum development. Start January 2027; permanent, term-time options apply.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS with experience teaching Post 16 pupils.
• Ability to plan and deliver effective teaching and learning.
• Passion for supporting students with SEND, including autism and ADHD.
• Calm, resilient and confident in managing challenging behaviour.
• Strong communicator with families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised learning for individuals and small groups.
• Deliver academic, vocational and Preparation for Adulthood programmes.
• Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP outcomes and personalised support plans.
• Develop students’ independence, employability, life skills and community participation.
• Support educational visits and work-related learning opportunities.
• Collaborate with families, colleagues and external professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Promote wellbeing, safeguarding and student welfare.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement.

Skills

QTS/QTLS

Post-16 teaching

Lesson planning

SEND support

Behaviour management

Job description

At OFG Education we believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of workJob Title: SEN Teacher - Post 16Location: Woodside Post 16 Hub, 2 Blean Grove, Penge, SE20 8QUHours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pmSalary: Up to £42,000 per annum

(depending on experience, not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Term Time OnlyStart: January 2027UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

As a Teacher, you will deliver engaging and personalised learning programmes that enable students to achieve their EHCP outcomes and reach their full potential.Working collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals, you will support students to develop independence, communication, employability and social skills while preparing them for positive destinations including further education, supported internships, employment, volunteering and independent living.This role offers variety and flexibility, with opportunities to teach across different curriculum areas, qualification pathways and Preparation for Adulthood programmes.Please note: This post is for our Woodside Post 16 Hub, although this is part of Baston House School, this is the satellite site in a separate premises. Site address: 2 Blean Grove, Penge, SE20 8QU

What You’ll Do:

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised learning for individuals and small groups.
• Deliver academic, vocational and Preparation for Adulthood programmes.
• Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP outcomes and personalised support plans.
• Develop students‘ independence, employability, life skills and community participation.
• Support educational visits, travel training and work-related learning opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues and external professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Promote wellbeing, positive behaviour, safeguarding and student welfare.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the continuous improvement of the provision.

What We’re Looking For:

• QTS/QTLS Experience with teaching accredited courses
• Experience teaching Post 16 pupils
• Experienced in planning and delivering effective teaching and learning.
• Passionate about supporting students with SEND, including autism, ADHD and additional learning needs.
• Skilled at adapting learning to meet individual needs and achieve positive outcomes.
• Calm, resilient and confident in managing challenging behaviour.
• A strong communicator who builds positive relationships with students, families and professionals.
• Driving licence desirable

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 an international education group with 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

Baston House School is an independent day specialist school in Bromley, Kent, supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and associated needs. The school provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where students are fully included in all aspects of school life. Our focus is on developing academic skills, social understanding, emotional wellbeing, and independence, enabling each student to achieve positive outcomes and prepare for their next steps. By fostering a strong sense of community and personalised learning, Baston House ensures every student is valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

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

• 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.