SEN Primary Teacher

Full Job Description

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Position:  SEN Primary Teacher
Location: Bradford Beacon School, Rooley Lane, Bradford, BD5 8LJ
Salary:     Up to £42,000 per annum (dependant on experience, not pro rata)
Hours:     40 hours per week | Monday–Friday
Rota:        Mon–Thu 8:00am–4:00pm | Fri 8:00am–3:30pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:        March 2026

Please note Interviews will take place on 12th February 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

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, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay.*

In preparation for our next intake of pupils, we are looking for passionate, committed individuals to join our team and help build the foundations of a truly special learning community.

About the Role

As an SEN Primary Teacher, you will deliver a creative and flexible curriculum with a strong therapeutic and trauma-informed approach. You will plan, assess, and deliver learning across all subjects, focusing on practical, engaging lessons that support both personal and academic development.

You will:

• Deliver high-quality, individualised teaching for pupils with autism and associated needs
• Adapt lesson plans to meet a wide range of learning abilities and EHCP requirements
• Set high expectations to inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils
• Promote progress and outcomes in both academic and social development
• Collaborate with therapists, support staff, and families to achieve the best outcomes

You will also play an active role in the wider school community, supporting safeguarding, daily operations, and school development initiatives.

About You

We are looking for teachers who are:

• Qualified Teacher (QTS/QTLS), ideally with experience in SEN or autism-specific settings
• Skilled in adapting teaching for pupils with autism and complex needs
• Committed to promoting wellbeing, safety, and inclusion in all aspects of school life
• Flexible, resilient, and proactive, ready to help shape a brand-new learning environment
• Passionate about therapeutic, pupil-centred education

This role is perfect for teachers who want to build something meaningful from the ground up, work in a collaborative, supportive team, and make a lasting impact on pupils’ lives.

About Us

Bradford Beacon School, opened in September 2025, is a brand-new specialist independent school for children aged 4–11 with autism and associated complex needs. Set in a purpose-built, thoughtfully refurbished environment, the school provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive setting where every child feels valued. Pupils follow a broad, enriched curriculum that develops communication, social, emotional, and life skills alongside academic achievement. With personalised teaching and therapeutic support from a dedicated staff and clinical team, every child’s individual needs are met. As the school grows to 42 pupils over the next two years, there is an exciting opportunity to help shape its inclusive, supportive culture. Bradford Beacon celebrates every step of progress, empowering pupils to reach their full potential and thrive.

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
  • 4-Day Working Week: Work 80% of your hours, get 100% pay*

*Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit.

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

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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