How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?
Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join!
Job Details
* Job Title: SEN Teacher
* Location: Copper Fields School, Gunnislake PL18 9EH
* Salary: Up to GBP38,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
* Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday 8.30am-5.00pm, Tuesday to Friday 8.30am-4.00pm
* Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
* Start: October 2025 or sooner
Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
We now have a fantastic opportunity for an SEN Teacher to join our close-knit team at Copper Fields School, part of Options Autism.
About the Role
As a dynamic and motivated qualified teacher, you already have a passion for making a difference in the lives of pupils. In this role, you will have every opportunity to live up to this ambition, responding to the needs of individuals with autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs, helping them flourish and thrive.
You will plan and deliver engaging learning on a daily basis, developing exciting and innovative methods that stimulate interest and excitement in the classroom. Working as a Teacher with us is not your average teaching role. At Outcomes First Group, you are able to work creatively, making the most of all the extensive resources and expert support we have available.
You will observe, monitor, and assess our students, ensuring their personal development and wellbeing are as important as the academic curriculum.
Who We Are Looking For
You will be a passionate teacher and a great communicator, as comfortable talking to pupils with autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs as you are with contributing to the school's vision and direction.
Our schools are unique environments, each one having its own special atmosphere and range of opportunities and resources. Our teachers enjoy becoming part of their school's 'family', exploring the potential of the building and environment and getting to know the brilliant pupils in our care.
You will enjoy building these caring relationships as well as liaising with fellow professionals, whether they are colleagues in the same school or they work in the pupils' previous educational establishments.
Requirements
UK QTS or equivalent
About Us
Copper Fields School provides full-time specialist co-education for up to 60 pupils aged 4-16, who have a primary need of Autism Spectrum, communication and language, and often additional needs.
Our vision is to empower our learners to achieve their best outcomes through high-quality education, in a nurturing environment in Gunnislake. We value each individual's uniqueness and aim to inspire and empower our students.
Options Autism has been providing care and education for over 16 years. As part of Outcomes First Group, we lead in setting and delivering innovative approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are proud to be certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year in 2024.
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* Access to mental health support and physical health checks
* Flexible benefits including health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes, critical illness cover, and family support benefits.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.
Note: You will work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, providing more personal time. The 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.
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