How would you like to be 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 taking part in a 4-Day Working Week Trial, meaning you could work one day less a week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!
Job Title:
SEN Primary Teacher
Location:
Oakfield House School, Salwick PR4 0YH
Salary:
£39,000.00 per annum
(not pro rata)
Hours:
37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm
Contract:
Permanent, Term Time Only
Start:
December 2025
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
Are you an inspiring educator with a passion for making a difference? At Oakfield House School, part of the Options Autism family, we’re growing — and we’re searching for a dedicated SEN Primary Teacher to join our exceptional team.
About the Role
Here, every day is a chance to spark curiosity, nurture confidence, and help children with complex needs discover their own unique brilliance.
As our new SEN Primary Teacher, you’ll bring learning to life in a setting that values creativity, compassion, and care. You’ll have the freedom to teach in ways that truly connect with your pupils — empowering them to achieve academically, socially, and emotionally.
You’ll be part of a warm, supportive school community where wellbeing and safeguarding are central to everything we do.
You will:
Deliver creative, hands-on lessons across a broad range of primary subjects.
Personalise learning to meet the unique needs, abilities, and interests of every pupil.
Foster independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning in all children.
Collaborate with a talented, caring, and supportive team who share your passion for inclusion, growth, and excellence.
About You
You’re calm, adaptable, and full of positive energy. You see potential where others see challenge — and you’re passionate about helping every child find their voice and their confidence.
You’ll bring:
A relevant degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
A creative, flexible approach to delivering engaging primary lessons
A genuine commitment to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing
Experience in SEN or ASC settings – desirable but not essential!
Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT ready to start your journey, if you’re driven by the belief that every child deserves the best, we want to hear from you.
About Us
Oakfield House School is a specialist Primary School for autistic pupils and those associated with Autism/Learning or Complex Communication and Behaviour needs. The school has a strong and committed leadership team. Our school is a country house built in the 1880's, set in eight acres of beautiful parkland.
We cater for 45 boys and girls aged between 4 – 12 years old.
The Site is situated in Salwick near Preston and are within commutable distance from Preston, Blackpool, Chorley, Leyland and surrounding areas.
For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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 Options Autism?
Benefits
We place the outcomes of the pupils 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 safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
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
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
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.
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