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SEN Teacher

20 days ago

Bishopsworth

At OFG we give you time to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work! Job Title: SEN Teacher Location: Avonside School, Bristol BS4 5PS Hours: 40 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm Salary: Up to £45,000.00 per annum (dependant on experience, not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: July 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join Avonside School, a brand-new Acorn School in Bristol, and play a key role in shaping a learning environment where every pupil can thrive. We are looking for a passionate and committed SEN Teacher who wants more than just a teaching role — someone who wants to build, inspire and transform lives from day one. As an SEN Teacher, you’ll deliver engaging, personalised teaching across the secondary curriculum, supporting pupils with additional needs to achieve meaningful progress. Working closely with the Headteacher and wider team, you’ll help develop a high-quality, inclusive curriculum that builds confidence, supports wellbeing and unlocks potential. This is your opportunity to be part of a growing school, influence practice and make a real difference every single day. As an SEN Teacher, you will: • Deliver high-quality teaching across a range of subjects within the secondary curriculum, using resources effectively to secure strong progress and achievement., • Work collaboratively with the Headteacher to support curriculum development and take on additional agreed responsibilities to ensure effective delivery., • Adapt teaching flexibly to meet individual needs, including teaching beyond your main subject area where required., • Promote pupils’ personal development and wellbeing, supporting their social, emotional and academic growth., • Uphold safeguarding and professional standards, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and all school policies., • Contribute to the wider life of the school, including administrative responsibilities, specific areas of leadership, and additional duties as required, reviewed through performance management and school improvement processes. About You You are: • A qualified teacher (UK QTS or equivalent), • Passionate about inclusive education and supporting pupils with SEN, • Creative, adaptable and able to tailor learning to individual needs, • A strong communicator who builds positive relationships with pupils and colleagues, • Motivated to contribute to a growing school and shape its future About Us Avonside School is a brand-new specialist school in Bristol for young people with SEMH, autism, and associated needs. We provide a supportive environment prioritising wellbeing, personal growth, and academic progress. Our curriculum offers hands-on vocational pathways in construction, hair and beauty, hospitality, art and IT, building practical skills and independence. We empower every pupil to gain confidence, resilience, and the skills needed for further education, employment, and adult life. Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. 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. • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover, • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 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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