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.
That’s why 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 as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Job Title:
SEN Teacher
Location:
Acorn Park School, Norwich, NR16 2HU
Salary:
Up to £42,000 per annum depending on experience
(not pro rata)
Hours:
37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm
Contract:
Permanent, Term Time only
Start Date: November 2025
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
Are you passionate about making a real difference for children with special educational needs? At Acorn Park School in Norwich, we’re growing and looking for an inspiring SEN Teacher to lead by example, delivering purposeful learning that helps every pupil reach their full potential.
About the Role
As an SEN Teacher, you will be at the heart of your class team — guiding academic growth, social development, and communication skills with a focus on meaningful, successful learning.
You will plan and deliver high-quality lessons aligned with Formal or Semi-Formal Curriculum Pathways, create engaging learning environments, and develop resources that inspire and challenge. Building positive relationships with pupils and families will be key as you support every child’s journey.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement tailored schemes of work and lesson plans
Plan thoroughly to deliver engaging, high-quality lessons
Create and organise stimulating learning environments and resources
Foster positive relationships with pupils and maintain strong communication with parents and carers
Use assessment tools effectively to track pupil progress and outcomes
Encourage enthusiasm and a love of learning
Challenge pupils to reach their full potential
Share responsibility for pupil wellbeing, safety, and behaviour management
Collaborate with colleagues and work as part of a supportive team
Meet the needs outlined in pupils’ Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)
Develop expertise in teaching pupils with ASD, sharing best practice
Maintain accurate records following school policies
Balance professional dedication with a healthy work-life balance
What We’re Looking For
GCSE C/4 or above in English and Maths
UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS), or working towards
Commitment to high standards of teaching and care
Passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs and autism
Strong communication and teamwork skills
About us
Acorn Park is a school for 160 pupils, who all have a primary diagnosis of Autism. We run two curriculum pathways – Formal and Semi-formal. Our Complex needs pupils are on the Semi-Formal Pathway which is highly personalised from their EHCP. We have a mixture of Day and Residential pupils as we have 8 co-located pupil’s homes on our 30 Acre site in rural Norfolk. On site, we also have a large Forest School and Animal Care Farm along with play facilities, a sports hall and sensory rooms.
For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. 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?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults 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 and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
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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