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.
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