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How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? 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. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG. Role: SEN Teacher Location: Miller House School, Leicester LE2 2NB Salary: Up to £40,000.00 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only Start Date: January 2026 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher to join our warm and welcoming team at Miller House School, part of Acorn Education in Leicester. If you’re motivated by helping every child realise their full potential, this is your chance to truly make an impact. About the Role This is no ordinary teaching role. As an SEN Teacher at Miller House, you’ll have the freedom and support to teach creatively, adaptively, and with purpose—ensuring every pupil is given the tools and encouragement they need to thrive. You’ll be working with pupils with autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs, planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that spark curiosity and confidence. Your responsibilities will include: • Planning and delivering inspiring lessons tailored to individual needs, • Observing and assessing student progress and wellbeing, • Creating a positive, inclusive classroom environment, • Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to support holistic development We’re looking for a qualified, enthusiastic teacher with a strong understanding of SEN and a passion for unlocking potential in every student. You will: • Hold UK QTS or equivalent, • Have a solid understanding of working with students with autism, learning difficulties, and/or complex needs, • Be a confident and adaptable communicator with pupils and professionals alike, • Be creative in your approach to teaching and learning, • Be eager to contribute to a collaborative and supportive school environment Miller House School is a brand-new school under Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group located in Stoneygate, Leicester. The school opened in September 2025 and has a capacity for 80 pupils ages 11-16 years and will be a co-educational provision for pupils with complex needs including SEMH. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. 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. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running. Why join Acorn Education? 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 the 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. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • 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 *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 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. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group 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. #1

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? 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. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG. Role: Teaching Assistant Location: Miller House School, Leicester LE4 5LQ Salary: £20,906.25 per annum (Not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only Start Date: January 2026 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our continued growth, Miller House School – part of the Acorn Education family – is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and resilient Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and close-knit team. About the Role As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with pupils who require additional support to access their education and develop socially, emotionally, and academically. You’ll play a key role in delivering creative learning experiences and helping students to overcome barriers to progress — both in and beyond the classroom. We support pupils with varied and complex needs, and every day brings something new, rewarding, and inspiring. If you’re looking for a role where you can truly make a difference, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Your day-to-day will involve: • Providing one-to-one and small group support tailored to pupils’ individual needs, • Helping to prepare and deliver engaging learning activities under the guidance of teaching staff, • Supporting emotional, behavioural, and physical development, creating a safe and supportive space for learning, • Building positive, trusting relationships that help pupils gain confidence and feel understood, • Participating in outdoor learning experiences and educational activities beyond the classroom Who we are looking for This role is ideal for someone who is: • Compassionate, calm, and adaptable, even when things don’t go to plan, • Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors, supporting a range of learning experiences, • A natural communicator and team player, able to build rapport with pupils and staff, • Passionate about inclusive education and supporting young people with SEN, • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths About Us Miller House School is a co-educational specialist provision in Stoneygate, Leicester, which opened in September 2025 for young people aged 11–16. We support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, autism, ADHD, and other complex challenges. Every child’s journey is unique, and we are dedicated to helping each one reach their full potential — academically, socially, and emotionally. At the heart of our approach is a simple belief: every child deserves to be heard, seen, and supported to thrive. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. 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. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running. Why join Acorn Education? 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 the 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. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • 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 *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 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. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group 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 #1

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