Chester
At OFG we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work Job Title: ASC Teacher Location: Maple Grove School, Chester, CH2 3HR Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday–Friday | 8:30am - 4pm Salary: From £32,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role Maple Grove School is growing, and we’re looking for a passionate, skilled and child‑centred teacher to join our specialist Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) provision. If you believe every young person deserves to thrive, learn and feel understood, this is a role where you can make a profound difference every single day. As a key member of our team, you will deliver high‑quality teaching across a range of subjects, ensuring every pupil receives an engaging, personalised and aspirational learning experience. Working closely with the Headteacher and wider staff team, you will help shape and strengthen our specialist ASC provision—supporting pupils with complex needs to achieve meaningful progress both academically and personally. This role is perfect for someone who is committed to inclusive education, excited by innovation, and motivated by seeing young people succeed in ways that matter to them. What you'll be doing • Delivering high‑quality, creative teaching that meets the needs of pupils with ASC and aligns with EHCP outcomes., • Developing and modelling autism‑specific teaching strategies, behaviour approaches and classroom practices., • Working collaboratively with parents, carers, external agencies and multidisciplinary partners to support each pupil’s holistic development., • Creating personalised learning plans and setting ambitious, achievable targets that help pupils grow in confidence, communication, self‑regulation and independence., • Ensuring curriculum coverage, progression and continuity across all subjects you teach., • Using assessment, data and evidence to monitor progress, celebrate success and identify next steps., • Contributing to a stimulating, safe and well‑organised learning environment that supports engagement and wellbeing., • Supporting the development of Maple Grove’s specialist ASC curriculum and whole‑school policies., • QTS or equivalent is required., • A strong understanding of high‑quality teaching and how to secure excellent outcomes for pupils with diverse needs., • Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Conditions and how they impact learning, communication and development., • A good understanding of the SEN Code of Practice and inclusive teaching approaches., • The ability to plan creatively, set meaningful targets and adapt teaching to meet individual needs., • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and colleagues., • A reflective, proactive approach to your own professional development. Maple Grove is a specialist setting for learners with autism. At Maple Grove, everything we do revolves around the individual needs of each pupil attending our school, with the aim that every learner is able to fulfil their potential. Along with our rich and varied curriculum, we focus on developing core life skills such as communication and social ability, sensory processing, and emotional regulation; every pupil develops the essential capabilities they need to be as independent as possible when they leave school. We are situated in Hoole, Chester, with the school set within a beautiful, historic building that has been completely refurbished and redesigned to the highest standard. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. 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. 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 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
