SEND Teacher

JR United Kingdom; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent provider of specialist education is seeking an SEN Teacher for Wessex Lodge School. You will make a difference in the lives of pupils with autism and learning difficulties. This role offers a supportive environment with extensive resources, focusing on innovative teaching methods. You will build caring relationships with students and professionals, ensuring personal and academic growth. Join a team committed to improving life outcomes for every student while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with flexible contribution options

Access to mental health support and health checks

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Passionate teacher with experience in special education.
• Comfortable engaging with pupils with autism and learning difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning daily.
• Monitor and assess students' personal development and wellbeing.

Skills

Communication

Engagement

Education

UK QTS or equivalent

Job description

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At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

Role: SEN Teacher

Location: Wessex Lodge School, Frome, Somerset BA11 4LA

Salary: From £31,650.00 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

We now have a fantastic opportunity for an SEN Teacher to join our close-knit team at Wessex Lodge School, part of Acorn Education.

About the role

As a dynamic and motivated qualified teacher, you already have a passion for making a difference in the lives of pupils. In this role, you will have every opportunity to live up to this ambition, responding to the needs of individuals with autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs, helping them flourish and thrive.

You will plan and deliver engaging learning daily, developing exciting and innovative methods that stimulate interest and excitement in the classroom. Working as a Teacher with us is not your average teaching role. At Outcomes First Group, you can work creatively, making the most of our extensive resources and expert support.

You will observe, monitor, and assess students, ensuring their personal development and wellbeing are prioritized alongside academic achievement.

Who we are looking for

You will be a passionate teacher and a great communicator, comfortable engaging with pupils with autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs, as well as contributing to the school’s vision and direction.

Our schools are unique environments, each with its own atmosphere, opportunities, and resources. Our teachers enjoy becoming part of their school’s ‘family’, exploring the environment and building relationships with our pupils.

You will enjoy building caring relationships and liaising with professionals across different settings.

Requirements

UK QTS or equivalent

About Us

Wessex Lodge School comprises three sites: Wessex Lodge Primary School in Kilmington, Wessex Lodge Secondary School in Frome, and Newmead Farm in Maiden Bradley. All sites offer diverse curricula, including animal care, horticulture, DT, and forest school, along with sports activities.

Our students are aged 6 to 18, each with individual needs. Supported by the THRIVE approach and our talented staff, we aim to improve life outcomes for every student.

Our staff come from diverse backgrounds and possess a wide range of skills, including interests in animal care, horticulture, construction, outdoor education, forestry, or trades. We welcome applications from individuals with such interests.

As part of Outcomes First Group, the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education, we are committed to innovative, measurable outcomes for our pupils.

In 2024, we were certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Your health and wellbeing are important, and we offer an exceptional benefits package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with flexible contribution options
• Access to mental health support and health checks

Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, allows you to select benefits such as:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility treatments

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting pupils’ welfare. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.