Overview
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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. 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. Now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Job details
Job Title: SEN Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Location: Underley Garden School, Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ
Salary: Up to £41,000.00 per annum (DOE) + £1,000 Welcome Bonus
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Fixed Term ending October 2026, Term Time Only
Start: October 2025
This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the role
Underley Garden School is part of Outcomes First Group. We work with pupils who have autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs. As a SEN Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging, meaningful lessons tailored to individual needs, in a supportive environment with extensive resources and expert guidance. The role focuses on inspiring growth academically, socially, and emotionally, with ongoing wellbeing and development of pupils as a priority.
Responsibilities
* Deliver creative and inclusive lessons across Key Stages 3–5.
* Develop teaching strategies that foster a love of learning.
* Support pupils’ personal, emotional, and academic development.
* Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to meet individual EHCP targets.
* Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, families and professionals.
* Contribute to the wider school life and ongoing development of our provision.
Who we’re looking for
* UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent – essential.
* Experience teaching children or young people with SEN, autism, or complex needs – desirable.
* Creativity, adaptability, and resilience in a specialist teaching environment.
* Team-focused mindset and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
About Us
Underley Garden School is a large school with small class sizes, focusing on pupils aged 5–19 with complex needs including autism and learning disabilities, communication, sensory and behavioural needs. We adopt a holistic, person-centred approach and offer a portfolio of education, care and therapy to meet individual requirements. Located near Kirkby Lonsdale, with easy access to Lancaster, Cumbria and surrounding areas. Part of Outcomes First Group; we are committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare. All applicants are subject to enhanced DBS checks.
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* Wellbeing support and health checks
* Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) with travel allowance, discounts, and wellbeing benefits
* Cycle to Work, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support with enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility treatment support
* Birthday chocolates and gift vouchers at Christmas
* Employee Assistance Programme and healthline access
* Team Building Days and attendance incentives
Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of suitable applications is received. 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit. The Welcome Bonus is payable as one.
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