SEN Class Teacher

Full Job Description

Job Title:  SEN Class Teacher 
Location:   Benton House School, Benton, NE7 7XE
Hours:  37.5 per week | Monday to Friday
Salary:  £39,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:  May 2026 &September 2026 (2 roles) 

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Benton House School are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Teacher to join their friendly and supportive team. This is an opportunity to make a real difference every day by delivering engaging, creative and learner-centred lessons designed around the individual needs of pupils. You will help create a safe, positive and nurturing classroom where pupils feel confident, valued and inspired to learn. At Benton House, teaching is about more than academics - it’s about supporting pupils to grow in confidence, develop important life skills and celebrate their achievements every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver creative and personalised teaching for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Adapt the curriculum and lessons to meet individual learning needs and abilities
• Create a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environment
• Build positive relationships that support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to support pupil progress
• Contribute to safeguarding practices and the wider school community

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with pupils in SEN settings or a strong interest in SEN education
• A calm, patient and resilient approach to teaching
• Creativity and flexibility in lesson delivery
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to supporting every pupil to reach their potential
• Willingness to visit the school during the interview process to meet the team and pupils

Qualifications

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) 

About Us

Benton House School is a brand-new SEN school for pupils with complex needs including SEMH. It is an exciting addition to the Acorn portfolio based in Newcastle.

Benton House School will have capacity for 60 pupils ages 5-14 years old.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

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.

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