SEND Primary Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing

Discounts

Cycle to Work

Electric Car Purchase

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Oakfield House School, part of OFG Education, seeks a dedicated teacher to deliver personalised lessons for autistic students with additional learning needs. You will foster a structured, inclusive classroom and adapt methods to support diverse SEND needs, building strong relationships with students and families.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, wellbeing and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, with 37.5 hours per week, 8:30am-4pm, permanent-term time, starting November 2026.

Qualifications

• Must hold a QTS/QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• 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.
• Patient, resilient and committed to overcoming challenges.
• Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• ECT applicants welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

SEND support

Creative teaching

Relationship building

Patient & resilient

Multidisciplinary teamwork

ECT applicants welcome

Education

Degree with QTS/QTLS or equivalent

Job description

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

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, Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

"Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks

Benefits

• 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.