At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!This is your opportunity to help shape something truly special at Riseley Green School, our brand-new specialist school that opened in May 2025 in Riseley, Reading, Berkshire.With capacity for 60 pupils aged 416 years, we support children and young people with autism (ASC) and complex needs providing a nurturing, inclusive environment where every learner can thrive.Job title: SENCo / Assistant HeadteacherLocation: Riseley Green School, Riseley, Reading, Berkshire RG7 1QFSalary: Up to 48,000 per year (not pro rata)Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am-4:30pmContract: Permanent | Term Time onlyStart: January 2026UK applicants only; no sponsorship availableAre you ready to make a real impact in a brand-new specialist school? As part of our expanding Options Autism family, we are opening Riseley Green School in Berkshireand were searching for a dynamic and passionate SENCo / Assistant Headteacher to help shape its future from the ground up.This is your chance to be part of something truly exciting: building an inclusive, nurturing, and aspirational environment where every pupil is supported to succeed. Alongside your leadership responsibilities, you will also contribute to the school day through some PPA cover as neededhelping you stay connected to classroom practice and our pupils daily experiences.About the RoleWere looking for an inspiring and forward-thinking SEN professional who is committed to transforming the lives of children with a diverse range of needs. In this pivotal role, youll drive the development of outstanding SEND practice, working closely with the Headteacher, teaching staff, and our in-house therapy team to deliver personalised, high-quality support for every learner.Youll champion inclusive approaches, guide colleagues with confidence, and ensure our pupils make meaningful progressacademically, socially, and emotionally.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild strong, supportive relationships with pupils and families, ensuring provision meets individual needsLead all EHC plan processes with accuracy, clarity, and impactOversee smooth transitions into, within, and beyond the schoolCoach staff to adapt teaching and learning for complex and varied SEND profilesWork collaboratively with teachers and therapists to embed a robust graduated approachEnsure baselining, assessment, and progress tracking are purposeful and personalisedShape and drive the schools annual SEND improvement planAnalyse whole-school trends and use insight to refine provisionPromote staff development through identifying training needs and championing high-quality CPDEnsure access arrangements, reasonable adjustments, and equality requirements are metCollaborate with behaviour and well-being teams to maintain a calm, supportive environmentMaintain accurate, up-to-date SEND records across the schoolProvide PPA cover within the school as part of your weekly responsibilitiesRequirements / QualificationsQualified Teacher Status (QTS)SENCo qualificationExperience working in specialist or inclusive settingsStrong understanding of complex and diverse SEND profilesCommitment to personalised learning, teamwork, and pupil well-beingThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone who believes in the potential of every child and wants to make a lasting difference within a specialist SEN school.About UsRiseley Green School is an independent specialist school for autistic young people aged 4 to 16 years.Situated on the outskirts of Reading, Berkshire, the school provides a distinctive blend of education and support tailored to a diverse range of pupil needs and abilities. Riseley Green School opened in May 2025 and has a capacity for 60 pupils. The school caters to pupils with autism (ASC) and complex needs, offering a nurturing and structured environment where each child can thrive.For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided care and education to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are a leading provider of specialist education, delivering innovative approaches that produce measurable outcomes for neurodivergent young people and young adults.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 runningWhy join Options Autism?We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll 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.BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checksAnd a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily 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.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.#1