Primary Teacher

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Job Title: Primary Teacher
Location: Manor House School, Slinfold, Horsham, RH13 0QX
Hours:      40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary:     Up to £46,839 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

Manor House School is seeking a passionate, dedicated and nurturing Primary Teacher to join our committed team. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who is driven to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including pupils with ASC, ADHD and associated communication and attachment difficulties.

We are looking for an outstanding practitioner who can deliver engaging, high-quality teaching while supporting pupils’ academic, emotional and social development within a therapeutic and inclusive learning environment.

What you will be doing

As a Primary Teacher, you will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across a range of primary subjects
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive classroom environment
• Support pupils with complex learning and communication needs
• Work collaboratively with therapists, teaching assistants, parents and external agencies
• Contribute to the ongoing development of SEN provision across the school
• Implement effective behaviour management and personalised learning strategies
• Monitor pupil progress and use assessment data to inform teaching and target setting
• Promote independence, confidence and positive outcomes for every pupil

You will play a key role in helping pupils access both learning and social opportunities while supporting their emotional wellbeing and personal growth.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience within Primary Education
• Knowledge and understanding of SEN and inclusive teaching practices
• A creative, flexible and nurturing approach to teaching
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Driving licence is required

Experience working with pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD or attachment needs is highly desirable. Early Years experience is welcomed but not essential.

About Us

Manor House School is an independent co-educational school for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We provide a small, supportive environment where personalised learning helps pupils rebuild confidence and engage with education. Our dedicated staff foster positive relationships, emotional wellbeing, and a calm, nurturing atmosphere. Through tailored support and a broad curriculum, we empower pupils to achieve success and prepare for life beyond school.

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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