SEN Flexible teacher

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At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.
That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. SEN Teacher
Acorn Park School, Banham, Norwich, NR16 2HU
Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum depending on experience ( not pro rata )
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time only
Are you passionate about making a real difference for children with special educational needs? At Acorn Park School in Norwich, we’re growing and looking for an inspiring SEN Teacher to lead by example, delivering purposeful learning that helps every pupil reach their full potential.
As an SEN Teacher, you will be at the heart of your class team — guiding academic growth, social development, and communication skills with a focus on meaningful, successful learning.
You will plan and deliver high-quality lessons aligned with Formal or Semi-Formal Curriculum Pathways, create engaging learning environments, and develop resources that inspire and challenge. Building positive relationships with pupils and families will be key as you support every child’s journey.
Plan thoroughly to deliver engaging, high-quality lessons
Foster positive relationships with pupils and maintain strong communication with parents and carers
Use assessment tools effectively to track pupil progress and outcomes
Challenge pupils to reach their full potential
Share responsibility for pupil wellbeing, safety, and behaviour management
Meet the needs outlined in pupils’ Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)
Develop expertise in teaching pupils with ASD, sharing best practice
Maintain accurate records following school policies
Balance professional dedication with a healthy work-life balance
GCSE C/4 or above in English and Maths
UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS), or working towards
Commitment to high standards of teaching and care
Passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs and autism
Acorn Park is a school for 160 pupils, who all have a primary diagnosis of Autism. Our Complex needs pupils are on the Semi-Formal Pathway which is highly personalised from their EHCP. We have a mixture of Day and Residential pupils as we have 8 co-located pupil’s homes on our 30 Acre site in rural Norfolk. On site, we also have a large Forest School and Animal Care Farm along with play facilities, a sports hall and sensory rooms.
For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
Why join Options Autism?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils 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 your contributions
~“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
~ A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
~100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
~ Cycle to Work Schemes
~ Electric Car Purchase Scheme
~ Critical illness cover
~ Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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Location:
Thetford, Norfolk
Job Type:
PartTime

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