SEN Teacher

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Position:  SEN Teacher
Location: Norton College, Worcester, WR5 2BA
Salary:     £39,000 per annum  (not pro rata)
Hours:      35 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am - 4pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time only
Start:        January 2026

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

At Norton College, part of Acorn Education, we are committed to providing an environment where creativity thrives, individuality is celebrated, and every young person with complex SEN and ASC needs is supported to achieve their potential. Our mission is to ensure that every learner feels valued, understood, and empowered to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate SEN Teacher to join our growing team and contribute to shaping the next chapter of our school’s journey. In this role, you will design and deliver personalised, imaginative lessons that engage pupils and foster curiosity, resilience, and independence. You will work closely with a supportive team of teaching and support staff to ensure that every child’s learning, wellbeing, and holistic development are prioritised.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons for pupils with complex SEN and ASC needs
• Foster an inclusive, nurturing classroom environment where every pupil feels valued and safe
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement strategies to support academic, social, and emotional growth
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, pastoral care, and wellbeing
• Support the school’s ethos of creativity, collaboration, and celebrating every learner’s achievements

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a recognised degree
• Experience teaching pupils with SEN/ASC
• Passionate, creative, and committed to inclusive education
• Calm, resilient, and adaptable in a dynamic environment
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills

This is a unique opportunity to join a school that values innovation, celebrates success, and places pupil wellbeing at the heart of everything it does. If you are ready to inspire, support, and transform young lives, we would love to hear from you.

About us

Norton College is a specialist school for secondary students aged 11-19 in Worcester and Tewkesbury. 

Norton College is a specialist independent provider that aims to positively support young people who have a range of complex learning needs through vocational courses and bespoke learning packages.

As part of Acorn Education and the Outcomes First Group, you’ll be part of an innovative organisation making a meaningful difference in young people’s lives.

“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.

Benefits include:

• Life Assurance & Pension scheme
• Mental health support, physical health checks, and wellbeing services
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) to choose perks that suit you
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Purchase Schemes
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced parental leave and fertility treatment support

This is your chance to join a school and make a lasting impact, and enjoy a better work/life balance. Apply today and help shape the future of Norton College - Worcester

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.