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Position: SEN Teacher
Location: Meadowcroft School, Wakefield, WF1 4AD
Salary: Up to £42,500.00 per annum dependant on experience (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Mon-Wed 8am-15.30 | Thurs 8am- 16.30 | Fri 8am - 15.30
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: March 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
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, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay*.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG!
About the Role
As an SEN Teacher at Meadowcroft School, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education while supporting the personal, social and emotional development of each pupil. You’ll create a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment that meets the individual needs of pupils with SEND, helping them achieve their full potential both academically and personally.
Working closely with colleagues, families and external professionals, you’ll contribute to a personalised, inclusive curriculum, champion best practice and support the continued development of the school.
Key Responsibilities
* Teach pupils across key stages, delivering engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs
* Contribute to planning, curriculum development, assessment cycles and the monitoring of pupil progress
* Promote high standards of teaching, learning and behaviour, modelling best practice in the classroom
* Support and implement literacy, numeracy and targeted intervention programmes
* Maintain accurate records, including assessment data, pupil progress and funding requirements
* Contribute to the development and implementation of school policies relating to curriculum, teaching, assessment and pupil care
* Foster a calm, safe and inclusive environment that promotes emotional wellbeing and personal development
* Build positive relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and external agencies
* Support school improvement priorities, contributing to the School Development Plan and reporting to SLT as required
* Assist with pupil induction, grouping and pastoral support, promoting independence and positive behaviour
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Qualified: UK QTS (or equivalent), with a relevant degree
* Experienced: Strong understanding of SEN, including ASC, learning difficulties and complex needs
* Compassionate & Resilient: Able to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced significant challenges
* Collaborative: A confident communicator who thrives in a team environment
* Creative & Flexible: Able to adapt and innovate to meet individual needs
About Us
Meadowcroft School is an independent specialist day school across four sites in Wakefield, supporting pupils with complex SEMH needs and additional learning difficulties. We provide a safe, nurturing environment with personalised support, small classes, and a broad, balanced curriculum. Our dedicated team works with families, therapists, and external professionals to remove barriers and celebrate progress. We prepare every pupil to build confidence, essential life skills, and a pathway to future success.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
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:
o Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
o Hundreds of UK and international discounts
o Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
o Critical illness cover
o Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
*Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit.
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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