Job Title: Teacher - Maternity Cover
Location: Closeburn House School, Dumfriesshire, DG3 5HP
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday |
Salary: Up to £54,453 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Fixed Term | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
At Closeburn House School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of the challenges they've faced. We're looking for an enthusiastic, creative and compassionate Teacher to join our dedicated team on a maternity cover basis and help transform the lives of our pupils through outstanding education.
This is far more than a teaching role. It's an opportunity to be part of a specialist school where relationships come first, every achievement is celebrated, and every day brings the chance to make a meaningful difference.
You'll create engaging, personalised learning experiences that inspire curiosity, build confidence and help pupils achieve more than they ever thought possible. Working with small classes and alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll have the time, flexibility and encouragement to tailor your teaching to every learner, helping them overcome barriers and realise their full potential.
Whether you're celebrating a breakthrough in the classroom, supporting a pupil to believe in themselves, or helping shape innovative learning experiences, you'll see the impact of your work every single day.
What You'll Be Doing
Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons that motivate and inspire every learner.
Adapt teaching to meet individual needs, enabling pupils to achieve meaningful academic, social and emotional progress.
Monitor, assess and celebrate pupil achievement, using assessment to inform future learning.
Prepare pupils for examinations and support a range of assessment activities.
Build positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence, resilience and independence.
Work collaboratively with families, colleagues and external professionals to provide the very best outcomes for pupils.
Contribute to curriculum development, school improvement and the wider life of the school.
Safeguard and promote the welfare, health and wellbeing of every child.
About you
We're looking for someone who:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
Is passionate about inclusive education and helping every young person succeed.
Brings creativity, enthusiasm and energy into the classroom.
Can build strong, positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
Is resilient, adaptable and thrives in a rewarding specialist setting.
Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
Is committed to continuous professional development and delivering outstanding learning experiences.
Holds a full UK Driving Licence.
About Us
Closeburn House is located in beautiful rural location in Dumfriesshire, Southwest Scotland yet close to principle towns and villages that offer a wealth of interest and beauty - all of which are utilised through 24 hour learning opportunities where appropriate.
Closeburn House School is an Accredited Award from the Autism Accreditation Awards Committee.
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.
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
£54453.00 - £54453.00 per year