– no sponsorship available
About the Role
Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive? Do you enjoy the variety of working across different classrooms, pathways, and learning needs? We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Interventions and Cover Lead Instructor to join our dedicated team and play a vital role in ensuring high-quality learning across the school.
This is a key position within our school, providing essential cover for teachers and teaching assistants during absences, PPA time, and other operational needs. You will deliver pre-planned lessons, support learning across classrooms, and work closely with staff to maintain a positive, safe, and inspiring environment for all pupils.
When cover is not required, you will collaborate with the SENCo to deliver targeted interventions that help pupils make meaningful progress. This is a role for someone who thrives on variety, teamwork, and making a real difference every day.
What you will be doing
1. Deliver pre-planned lessons to cover teacher absence, ensuring high-quality learning continues.
2. Provide in-class support to cover teaching assistant absence across the school.
3. Manage pupil behaviour to maintain a safe, positive, and inspiring learning environment.
4. Mark completed work and upload evidence to Evidence for Learning (EfL).
5. Liaise with teaching staff regarding assessment data and evidence requirements.
6. Deliver targeted interventions for individuals or groups as directed by the SENCo.
7. Work collaboratively with teachers and TAs to support consistent, high-quality provision.
8. Contribute to a positive school community, including supporting extracurricular activities and occasional home visits.
What you will bring
We’re looking for someone who has:
9. GCSE C or equivalent required
10. A strong understanding of high-quality teaching and learning.
11. Knowledge of SEND practice and the implications for classroom provision.
12. The ability to challenge and inspire pupils to reach their full potential.
13. A commitment to equal opportunities and inclusive practice.
14. Confidence, flexibility, and a proactive approach to supporting learning across multiple pathways.
About Us
Oakfield House School is a specialist primary school for autistic pupils and those with additional learning, communication, or behavioural needs. Set in a beautiful 1880s country house with eight acres of parkland, we provide a nurturing and supportive environment. Small classes, sensory spaces, and immersive learning areas ensure personalised support for every pupil. Our experienced staff work with families to help pupils build confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.
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.
15. Life Assurance
16. Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
17. “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
18. Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
19. Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
20. Hundreds of UK and international discounts
21. Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
22. Critical illness cover
23. Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and 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.
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