SEN Teacher (Primary or Secondary)

At OFG we give you time to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work Job Title: SEN Teacher (Primary or Secondary) Location: Penny Tree School, Birmingham, B30 3ES Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.00pm Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role Are you driven by the belief that every young person deserves the chance to thrive? Do you bring creativity, resilience, and a passion for personalised education? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teacher (Primary or Secondary) to join our growing team and help shape an exceptional learning experience for pupils with a range of additional and complex needs. This is more than a teaching role — it’s an opportunity to unlock potential, build confidence and make a genuine difference every single day. If you’re passionate about personalised learning, inclusive education and helping young people achieve things they never thought possible, we’d love to hear from you. As an SEN Teacher at Penny Tree School, you’ll deliver creative, engaging and highly personalised learning experiences that inspire pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Working with small classes and supported by a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you’ll have the opportunity to tailor learning to individual needs, celebrate every success and help pupils overcome barriers to learning. You’ll create an environment where pupils feel safe, understood and motivated to achieve their goals while developing the confidence, independence and life skills they need for the future. What You’ll Be Doing: Planning and delivering engaging lessons for individuals and small groups Monitoring, assessing and reporting on pupil progress and achievement Developing and reviewing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Individual Behaviour Plans (IBPs) Working closely with Learning Support Assistants and colleagues to deliver outstanding learning experiences Adapting teaching approaches to meet a wide range of SEN needs and learning styles Building positive relationships with pupils, families and professionals to support pupil success Creating a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment Promoting pupil wellbeing, independence and positive outcomes at every opportunity About you We’re looking for someone who is: A qualified teacher with UK QTS or equivalent Passionate about inclusive education and improving outcomes for young people with SEN Creative, adaptable and able to inspire pupils through engaging teaching Experienced in supporting pupils with additional, complex or diverse learning needs Resilient, compassionate and committed to helping every pupil succeed An excellent communicator who builds strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues A collaborative team player who thrives in a supportive environment Committed to safeguarding, professional development and continuous improvement About Us Our new Options Autism school – Penny Tree – will have capacity for 60 pupils and is expected to open in the near future. At Penny Tree School, you’ll be part of a supportive and visionary leadership team at the very start of an exciting journey. Backed by the expertise of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, you’ll have access to a wide network of senior leaders, professional development pathways, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact—not only on the school but on the lives of the pupils we serve. 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. 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 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 . 141bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15…