SEND Teacher

JR United Kingdom; Warminster; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of specialist education seeks a dynamic SEN Teacher for Wessex Lodge School. This role requires a passionate educator who can engage with pupils with autism and learning difficulties, ensuring their personal development and academic achievement. The position offers a supportive environment with extensive resources. Join a close-knit team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in students' lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support services

Health checks

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Fertility support

Qualifications

• Passionate teacher comfortable engaging with pupils with autism and learning difficulties.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning daily.
• Observe, monitor, and assess students' personal development.

Skills

Communication

Passion for Teaching

Education

UK QTS or equivalent qualification

Job description

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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 are able to work creatively, making the most of all the extensive resources and expert support available.

You will observe, monitor, and assess our 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 and resources. Our teachers enjoy becoming part of their school’s ‘family’, exploring the potential of the environment and building relationships with pupils and colleagues.

You will enjoy building caring relationships and liaising with professionals from previous educational settings.

Minimum requirements

UK QTS or equivalent qualification.

About Us

Wessex Lodge School comprises three sites: Primary in Kilmington, Secondary in Frome, and Newmead Farm in Maiden Bradley. We offer a diverse curriculum including animal care, horticulture, DT, forest school, and sports, catering to students aged 6-18 with individual needs supported by the THRIVE approach.

Our staff come from diverse backgrounds with various skills, including animal care, horticulture, construction, outdoor education, forestry, and trades. We welcome applications from individuals with these interests or qualifications.

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

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

We offer an exceptional benefits package, including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wellbeing support services and health checks

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

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility support

Your role will have a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting their welfare. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.