Position: SEN Teacher
Location: Park School, Chipping Norton, OX7 5QH
Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum (dependant on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: October 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
At Park School, we believe every student deserves the chance to succeed, be understood, and feel proud of what they can achieve.
We're looking for a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher to join our exceptional team and help transform the lives of students with a range of additional needs. This is your opportunity to work in a setting where you can focus on what matters most: building relationships, delivering meaningful learning, and celebrating every breakthrough, no matter how big or small.
You'll teach smaller classes, tailor learning to individual needs, and play a vital role in helping students grow in confidence, independence and self-belief. Every day brings new challenges, rewards and opportunities to make a lasting impact.
What You'll Be Doing
Deliver engaging, personalised lessons that inspire and motivate students.
Adapt teaching approaches to meet a range of SEN needs, including Autism and complex learning needs.
Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive.
Monitor progress, celebrate achievements and support each student to reach their potential.
Develop and review individual learning plans and support strategies.
Collaborate with families, colleagues and external professionals to deliver outstanding outcomes.
About You
You don't just teach. You inspire, encourage and help students believe in themselves.
GCSE English and Maths or equivalent required
QTS or equivalent desired
Has experience supporting students with SEND, including Autism.
Is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
Builds positive, trusting relationships and brings patience, resilience and empathy.
Can adapt learning creatively to meet individual needs.
Works collaboratively and communicates effectively with others.
About Park School
Park School is an independent specialist day school in Chipping Norton supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. We provide a structured, nurturing environment where small class sizes and personalised learning help students re-engage with education.
Our dedicated team builds confidence, aspiration, and positive relationships, supporting both academic and social development. Through high expectations and strong pastoral care, we empower pupils to take pride in their achievements and prepare for life beyond school.
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 students 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 students 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
£43000.00 - £43000.00 per year