SEND Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Westbury; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent provider of specialist education seeks a dedicated SEN Teacher for Wessex Lodge School. The role involves creating engaging learning experiences for pupils with autism and complex needs, ensuring their development and wellbeing. Join a supportive team committed to innovative teaching methods and making a real difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Physical health checks

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Fertility treatments

Qualifications

• Passionate teacher comfortable with autism and learning difficulties.
• Engaging with pupils and contributing to the school's vision.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning for pupils with complex needs.
• Monitor and assess students' personal development and wellbeing.

Skills

Communication

Passion for Teaching

Education

UK QTS or equivalent

Job description

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 GBP31,650.00 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 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 with their own atmosphere and resources. Our teachers enjoy becoming part of their school's 'family', exploring the potential of the environment, and getting to know our pupils.

You will enjoy building caring relationships and liaising with fellow professionals, whether colleagues within the school or previous educational establishments of the pupils.

Requirement: 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 a broad curriculum, including animal care, horticulture, DT, forest school, and sports.

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, with skills that can be utilized within the school. If you have interests or qualifications in animal care, horticulture, construction, outdoor education, forestry, or other trades or hobbies, we would love to hear from you!

As part of Outcomes First Group, the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education, we are committed to innovative approaches that deliver measurable outcomes.

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

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits

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

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• 'Your Wellbeing Matters' - access to mental health support and physical health checks

Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, allows you to choose 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 committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. 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.