SEND Class Teacher (Newton Abbot)
2 days ago
Newton Abbot
At Outcomes First Schools, we believe in giving you the time to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work! Job Title: SEND Class Teacher\n Location: Fieldstone School, Devon, TQ13 7EP Salary: £39,000 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: January 2027 \n Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. About the Role\n Are you a passionate Primary Teacher eager to make a difference? At Fieldstone School, we prioritize relationships, embrace the uniqueness of each day, and strive to create life-changing impacts for our students. \n We support children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them re-engage with learning, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes. We’re on the lookout for a dedicated SEND Class Teacher to join our therapeutic and specialist team in Newton Abbot. \n This isn’t just a teaching role; it’s a chance to help students overcome barriers, rediscover their love for learning, and succeed in an environment tailored to their individual needs. What You’ll Be Doing\n As a SEND Class Teacher, you will work with primary-aged students facing SEMH challenges, many of whom have encountered significant hurdles in their educational journey. Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Planning and delivering engaging, adaptive lessons that cater to diverse learning needs.\n, • Building positive, trusting relationships that foster student engagement and progress.\n, • Creating a safe, nurturing classroom environment where students can thrive.\n, • Utilizing a therapeutic and relational approach to support behavior and wellbeing.\n, • Balancing academic teaching with pastoral support and personal development.\n, • Collaborating closely with colleagues, families, and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for students.\nWhat We Are Looking For\n\n, • A valid teaching degree.\n, • Experience in primary education.\n, • A strong interest in SEND and SEMH education.\n, • An understanding of the importance of relationships in supporting learning and behavior.\n, • Resilience, adaptability, and a solution-focused mindset.\n, • Creativity, patience, and a genuine passion for helping young people succeed.\n, • A collaborative spirit and the ability to thrive in a supportive team environment.\n, • A valid driving license.\nAbout Us\n Fieldstone School is an independent day school dedicated to supporting some of the most vulnerable young people in society, aged 5–16. Our students may struggle to access mainstream education due to various challenges, including behavioral, emotional, or educational difficulties. \n We are committed to ensuring that every student reaches their full potential, both academically and personally. As a day school, we provide an alternative to residential education, helping students develop independence, social skills, and resilience while remaining in their home environment. \n Fieldstone School operates in line with Devon County Council’s Section 175 safeguarding requirements, demonstrating our commitment to the safety and welfare of all students. Why Join Us?\n At Outcomes First Schools, we place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do. Every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks, and successful candidates will complete a fully enhanced DBS. Benefits Include:\n\n • Life Assurance\n, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions\n, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks\n, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:\n \n, • Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits\n, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme\n, • Critical illness cover\n, • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support\n \n\n Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. \n OFG Education is committed to a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants due to 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.