Position: SEN Teacher Maternity Cover Acorn Park School, Banham, Norwich, NR16 2HU Salary: Up to £42,500.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 per week Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm Contract: Fixed Term ending April 2027 Term Time Only This is more than a teaching role it s an opportunity to transform learning experiences and change lives. As an SEN Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in creating meaningful, personalised learning journeys for pupils with diverse and complex needs. Working within Semi-Formal Curriculum Pathways, you ll support pupils to grow academically, socially, and emotionally while nurturing communication skills, confidence, independence, and a genuine love of learning. We are seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teacher to support our Year 3 Semi-Formal students in a maternity cover role. Planning and delivering engaging, creative lessons aligned to Semi-Formal pathways Supporting pupil progress and wellbeing in line with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues Developing and sharing specialist expertise in teaching pupils with autism and complex needs We re looking for a teacher who combines expertise, compassion, and creativity: Qualified: UK QTS (or equivalent) with a relevant degree Strong understanding of SEN, including ASC, learning difficulties, and complex needs Compassionate & Resilient: Able to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced challenges Creative & Flexible: Able to adapt lessons and approaches to meet individual needs If you re a passionate SEN teacher ready to make a real difference, grow your specialist skills, and join a welcoming, forward-thinking school community where your work truly matters we would love to hear from you. About Acorn Park School Acorn Park School is an independent specialist school in rural Norfolk supporting autistic children and young people aged 4 19. Set within a spacious private estate, the school provides a safe, nurturing environment where pupils are placed at the heart of everything we do. The school benefits from extensive facilities including a Forest School, animal care farm, and therapeutic outdoor spaces. Working in partnership with families, we empower pupils to grow in confidence, develop independence, and thrive as they prepare for their next steps in life. 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. 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. Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions Your Wellbeing Matters mental health support and physical health checks Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including: Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits Hundreds of UK and international discounts Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.