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. Our school will adopt the 4DWW once we have a full team in place — and with the rollout already underway across the wider Group, now is the perfect time to join #teamOFG. Job Title:
SEN Teacher Location: The Holden School, Leigh WN7 4SB Salary:
Up to £39,300.00 per annum
depemdent on experience (
not pro rata
) Hours:
37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only Start:
November 2025 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. As part of our continued growth, we are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an SEN Teacher with a Maths specialism to join our close-knit and passionate team at The Holden School, part of Acorn Education. About the Role This is more than just a teaching position — it’s a chance to make a lasting, meaningful difference in the lives of our students. At The Holden School, we believe every child can flourish with the right support, guidance, and encouragement. You will play a pivotal role in helping students develop confidence, independence, and a love for learning, particularly in Maths. You will bring creativity, curiosity, and heart to every lesson, using practical, hands-on approaches to make learning tangible and exciting. Your classroom will be a safe and inspiring space where students feel understood, motivated, and empowered to explore their potential. This role is perfect for teachers early in their careers who are eager to grow into a Subject Lead, or for experienced Subject Leads looking to influence and enhance a bespoke curriculum. You will work closely with a dedicated, supportive team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional development. Beyond the classroom, you’ll have opportunities to contribute to curriculum planning, share best practice, and support the wider school community. Every day will be rewarding, filled with challenges, triumphs, and moments of genuine impact as you help shape the futures of our students. Qualifications Required UK QTS or equivalent Degree in a relevant subject About Us The Holden School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 5 to 16, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs in Lancashire, Manchester and surrounding areas. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. We are a Therapeutic Led, Trauma Informed School providing individualised curriculums for our students supported by our Class Teams, our Pastoral Team and our own Therapists. We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them academically and socially, to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. 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 Acorn Education? 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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