Position: SEN Teacher
Location: The Grange Therapeutic School, Knossington, Oakham LE15 8LY
Salary: £39,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Rota: Monday to Thursday 8.30am – 4.30pm, Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: August 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
Are you an inspiring SEN Teacher who wants more than just a job?
Do you want to help young people overcome barriers, discover their strengths, and achieve things they may never have thought possible?
We’re looking for a passionate, creative and resilient SEN Teacher to join a supportive, forward-thinking school where every student is valued as an individual and every achievement matters.
Working with students with SEMHD (Social, Emotional, Mental Health Difficulties), learning difficulties and complex needs, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating engaging learning experiences, building confidence and independence, and helping young people make meaningful progress — academically, socially and emotionally.
What You’ll Be Doing
As an SEN Teacher, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Inspire and engage students through high-quality, personalised teaching, working with individuals and small groups.
Plan and deliver creative lessons that meet individual learning needs and align with the school curriculum.
Track and celebrate progress, using assessment and observation to identify next steps and achieve positive outcomes.
Develop and implement individual education, behaviour and support plans alongside colleagues.
Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing learning environment where every student can thrive.
Coordinate teaching, assessment and reporting across agreed subjects and key stages.
Support students’ educational, physical, social and moral development.
Help young people experiencing challenging behaviour to develop self-regulation, confidence and independence.
Work closely with Learning Support Assistants, tutors and care staff to provide consistent, joined-up support.
Play an active role in school improvement and continuous development, helping shape an environment where students and staff can succeed.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who brings expertise, compassion and creativity to the classroom.
You’ll ideally be:
Qualified – Hold UK QTS or equivalent, alongside a relevant degree.
Experienced – Have experience supporting pupils with SEN, SEMHD, learning difficulties and/or complex needs.
Compassionate & Resilient – Able to build genuine, trusting relationships with young people who may have experienced significant challenges.
Collaborative – A confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Creative & Flexible – Willing to think differently, adapt your approach and find what works for each individual student.
Why This Role?
Because here, you won’t simply be teaching lessons — you’ll be changing lives.
You’ll help young people recognise their potential, develop the skills they need for greater independence, and experience success in ways that are meaningful to them.
If you’re ready to bring your passion, creativity and expertise to a school that genuinely believes every young person can achieve, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step towards a role where the difference you make truly matters.
About Us
The Grange Therapeutic School is an independent school in Leicestershire for pupils aged 8–18 with social, emotional, and mental health needs or autism. Set in a Victorian country house with access to woods and lakes, the school provides a personalised curriculum that develops academic, social, and emotional skills. Pupils benefit from creative indoor and outdoor learning experiences, tailored to their interests, to reignite engagement and foster independence. The Grange empowers every young person to discover their potential, enjoy success, and prepare for 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.
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