Job Title: SEN Teacher
Location: Dibden Park School, Southampton, SO45 5TD
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm
Salary: Up to £45,352 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: May 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
Due to continued growth, we are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a passionate SEN Teacher to join our welcoming and supportive community at Dibden Park School, part of Acorn Education.
This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day — shaping personalised learning experiences that help children and young people thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
We warmly welcome applications from both Primary and Secondary trained teachers who are committed to inclusive education and making a lasting impact on pupils with additional needs.
You will teach individuals and small groups, adapting learning to meet each pupil’s strengths and challenges, helping them build confidence, independence and success. Working alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team, you’ll help create an environment where every learner feels understood, supported and inspired to achieve.
What You’ll Do
As an SEN Teacher, you will:
Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons aligned with the school curriculum
Monitor, assess and celebrate student progress
Develop and review Individual Education Plans, behaviour plans and personalised learning pathways
Create a safe, structured and motivating classroom environment
Work collaboratively with support staff to deliver high-quality teaching and learning
Contribute to curriculum planning and whole-school development initiatives
Organise resources, classroom displays and learning materials that promote engagement
Ensure all activities — both on and off site — are carefully planned with pupil safety and risk management in mind
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a teacher who is:
Primary or Secondary trained (applications from both are welcomed)
Passionate, resilient and empathetic
Warm, creative and confident in their teaching practice
Skilled at building strong, trusting relationships with students
Committed to understanding each learner’s individual needs and strengths
Adaptable in supporting pupils to overcome barriers and achieve their personal best
A collaborative team player who values partnership working
Comfortable working closely with colleagues, therapists, families and external professionals
Motivated to provide consistent, holistic support
Excited to contribute ideas and make a visible, daily impact within a nurturing school community
In possession of a full UK driving licence
About Us
Dibden Park School is a brand-new independent specialist school based in Southampton. We provide inclusive education within a safe and nurturing environment for students with complex needs, including social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges, communication and interaction difficulties, and associated behaviours. Our focus is on meeting each pupil’s individual needs and helping them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
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.
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Salary description
£45352.00 - £45352.00 per year