SEND Primary Teacher

OFG Education; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with employer match

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking a passionate SEN Primary Teacher for Oakfield House School in Salwick. You will deliver engaging, personalised lessons, support students with SEND, and work within a collaborative team to help learners achieve their full potential in a specialist setting.

The role is permanent, term-time only with a 37.5 hour week, starting November 2026. UK applicants only, no sponsorship provided.

Qualifications

• Degree level with QTS/QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Passionate about supporting students with SEND to reach potential.
• Delivers creative, engaging and adaptable teaching.
• Works well in multidisciplinary teams.
• ECT applicants are welcome to apply

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to diverse needs.
• Create a positive, structured inclusive classroom environment.
• Adapt teaching strategies for SEND needs and learning styles.
• Monitor progress and celebrate success.
• Build positive relationships with families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour across the setting

Skills

QTS/QTLS

SEND support

Creative teaching

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patience and resilience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) / QTLS

Job description

At OFG Education we believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work

Job Title: SEND Primary Teacher
Location: Oakfield House School, Salwick PR4 0YH
Hours: 37.5 per week Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4pm
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

Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher looking to make a real difference in specialist education?

We're seeking an enthusiastic SEN Primary Teacher to join a supportive and collaborative team, helping students with additional needs achieve success both in and beyond the classroom. This is an opportunity to deliver engaging, personalised learning that builds confidence, nurtures independence and enables every student to reach their full potential.

More than just a teaching role, you'll play a vital part in transforming outcomes for young people by creating positive learning experiences, celebrating progress and helping students overcome barriers to achievement.

Working alongside education, therapy and support professionals, you'll contribute to a holistic approach that places the needs of every student at the heart of what we do.

What you will be doing

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to individual learning needs.


• Create a positive, structured and inclusive classroom environment.


• Adapt teaching strategies to support a range of SEND needs and learning styles.


• Monitor progress, assess achievement and celebrate success.


• Build positive relationships that promote confidence, resilience and independence.


• Work closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to support student outcomes.


• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour across the setting.

What you will bring

• Dergree level with QTS/QTLS or an equivalent recognized teaching qualification required.


• Is passionate about supporting students with SEND to achieve their full potential.


• Delivers creative, engaging and adaptable teaching.


• Builds positive and trusting relationships with students and colleagues.


• Is patient, resilient and committed to overcoming challenges.


• Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.


• ECT applicants are welcome to apply

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

Oakfield House School is a specialist primary school for autistic students and those with additional learning, communication, or behavioural needs. Set in a beautiful 1880s country house with eight acres of parkland, we provide a nurturing and supportive environment. Small classes, sensory spaces, and immersive learning areas ensure personalised support for every student. Our experienced staff work with families to help students build confidence, independence, and essential life skills.

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