SEN Teacher

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Job Title:  SEN Teacher
Location:  Brick Lane School, St Mattias, Bacon Street, London E2 6DY
Hours:  37.5 per week | Monday–Friday | 8am – 4pm
Salary:  Up to £51,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:  April 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional SEN Teacher to join our dynamic and supportive team, delivering high-quality, personalised education to pupils with Special Educational Needs.

Lead and inspire a team of Teaching Assistants, providing guidance, modelling best practice, and ensuring consistency across all classroom activities. Your leadership will empower the team to deliver the highest-quality support to every student.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Planning and delivering fun, meaningful learning experiences for individuals and small groups
• Monitoring and celebrating progress in line with EHCPs and Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Using AAC tools and communication strategies to give every pupil a voice
• Supporting pupils’ wellbeing, personal development, and independence
• Managing and positively transforming challenging behaviours
• Building strong partnerships with families, colleagues, and external agencies
• Maintaining high standards in safeguarding, assessment, and record keeping

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• A genuine passion for working with children with Special Educational Needs
• Creativity, resilience, and a commitment to inclusive education
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines
• A proactive, reflective approach to teaching and personal development

About Us

Brick Lane School in East London is an independent school offering education for students aged 5 years to 18 years with a primary diagnosis of Autism. OFG developed a Neurodiversity Strategy (AAD) which informs how we provide education and clinical supports for autistic individuals in an environment which is conducive to their strengths and needs.

The school is located just 10 paces off the vibrant and cosmopolitan Brick Lane which is well served by public transport services including Santander Bikes. The school does have parking for staff however we encourage staff to make use of environmentally friendly alternatives and as a company the cycle to work scheme is available for all employees.

The aim of the school is to provide specialist individual support to each pupil, enabling them to reach their potential so they can live fulfilling and productive lives. We will provide students with as much freedom as possible while offering a safe and supervised environment. This is achievable due to the dedication and support from a range of employed professionals across the company who are passionate, reliable and understanding including dedicated education, care and clinical teams.

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.

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