SEN Teacher

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first.

That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join .

Job Title: SEN Teacher

Location: Bricklehurst Manor School, Stonegate East Sussex, TN5 7EL

Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum dependant on experience ( not pro rata )

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start Date: January 2026

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship

Are you a Teacher looking to make a real difference in Special Education? This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the successful development of a brand-new school and make a tangible difference in the lives of our pupils.

About the Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will take a creative, personalised approach to teaching, tailoring lessons to meet the individual needs of our pupils and delivering the curriculum in a way that maximises achievement, engagement, and personal development.

This is a unique opportunity for teachers who want to spend more time inspiring and supporting pupils and less time on paperwork. You will work in a school with a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected, and actively involved in their learning.

We are looking for teachers who share our vision to build incredible futures, empowering vulnerable young people to be happy, confident, and capable of achieving their full potential.

What You Will Do:

• Deliver creative, personalised lessons for pupils with complex SEN and ASC needs.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and deliver high-quality learning experiences.
• Support pupils' emotional, social, and academic development.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where every pupil feels valued, supported, and motivated.
• Inspire pupils to engage with learning and develop confidence, independence, and life skills.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience and passion for working with SEN/ASC pupils
• Calm, engaging, and resilient, with an innovative teaching style
• Commitment to pupil wellbeing, safeguarding, and inclusive education

This role is your chance to shape the culture, ethos, and curriculum of a school from the ground up, helping to create a dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring environment where every pupil can thrive.

About the School

Bricklehurst Manor School is a brand-new, co-educational SEMH school located in Wadhurst, East Sussex, for pupils aged 11-16. The school will cater for up to 60 pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated additional needs.

This is a unique opportunity to join the school at its inception, helping to shape the culture, ethos, and learning environment. With small class sizes and a strong focus on personalised support, Bricklehurst Manor School provides a nurturing, inclusive setting where every pupil can build confidence, resilience, and achieve their full potential.

Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit

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.