English Lead for Neurodiverse Learners (KS3-KS4)

Oaks Rise CIC is an Alternative Provision for autistic learners aged 9-16 who have self-excluded from mainstream education due to high levels of anxiety and sensory, social, or emotional needs. Learners at Oaks Rise can access an age-related curriculum and achieve GCSEs and other secondary accreditations but have gaps in their learning across KS2 - KS4 due to disrupted education.

Our provision supports learners to re-engage with education while rebuilding wellbeing and self-esteem. Our approach is neuro-affirming, structured and adult-guided whilst being low-demand and consent-based. Authentic relationships and trust are central to everything we do.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, QTS-qualified English teacher to join our talented and committed team. The role will deliver high-quality English teaching alongside excellent pastoral support, helping learners re-engage with education, develop emotional wellbeing, and make academic progress.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality English teaching across KS3-KS4, including GCSE English Language teaching.
• Acting as Key Adult and Community Group Facilitator for up to nine learners, providing consistent pastoral support.
• Liaising with commissioners (principally local authorities and schools) and supporting EHCP processes.

Job Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent relevant teaching experience.
• Strong understanding of & commitment to neuro-affirming, low-demand and consent-based practice.
• Good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Experience teaching English in secondary settings.
• Experience working with autistic children and young people.

Why Join Us?

• Term-time working with 52 paid weeks per year, inclusive of holiday entitlement.
• Generous PPA allocation and additional termly INSET days.
• Pension and occupational sick pay scheme.
• Flexible home working arrangements for PPA time.
• Free parking.
• One-hour lunch break with no learners on site.
• Strong commitment to staff wellbeing and neuro-inclusion.
• Comprehensive induction and high-quality training.
• Opportunity to work within a highly experienced and committed team.
• Chance to help shape a genuinely effective and nurturing provision for neurodivergent young people.