Teacher, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

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Job Title:
Teacher
Location:
Stretton Shires School, Stretton, Rutland, LE15 7GT

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Salary:
Up to £42,500 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

Are you looking for a teaching role where you can focus on what really matters-building relationships, inspiring young people and making a genuine difference every single day? At Stretton Shires School, we do things differently.

We're looking for passionate, creative and caring teachers to join our growing team and help transform the lives of autistic young people and those with learning disabilities and associated SEMH needs. Whether you're an experienced SEN teacher, an outstanding mainstream teacher looking for a fresh challenge, or have a Primary, EYFS or Secondary background, we'd love to hear from you.

This is your opportunity to rediscover the joy of teaching in a specialist setting where smaller class sizes, personalised learning and meaningful relationships allow every pupil-and every teacher-to thrive.

No two days are the same, but every day you'll leave knowing you've made a real difference.

What You'll Be Doing

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons across informal, semi-formal and formal learning pathways.
• Teach individuals and small classes, adapting your teaching to meet a wide range of learning styles and abilities.
• Create a nurturing, structured and inspiring learning environment where pupils feel safe, valued and confident to succeed.
• Monitor, assess and celebrate progress, using creative teaching approaches to help every pupil achieve their individual goals.
• Develop and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behaviour support plans and personalised learning programmes.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development through positive, relationship-based practice.
• Bring your ideas, interests and subject expertise to help shape an engaging and innovative curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with families, therapists and a multidisciplinary team to deliver truly holistic support.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS).
• Passionate about helping every young person reach their full potential.
• An experienced teacher from SEN, Primary, EYFS or Secondary education-we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
• Creative, adaptable and able to tailor learning to meet individual needs.
• A confident communicator who builds positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Patient, resilient and committed to supporting young people with Autism, learning disabilities and SEMH needs.
• Reflective and enthusiastic, with a genuine desire to continue developing professionally.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.

About Us

Set in the heart of the Rutland countryside, Stretton Shires School is an independent day and residential school catering for autistic young people, and those with associated needs, offering specialist secondary education for pupils aged 11 - 18.

Established in 2005 as a residential home and school, we are currently growing our day pupil numbers, meaning we constantly need to recruit passionate and dedicated staff to support our growth aspirations.

Our aim for the young people coming to Stretton Shires is quite simple; we want every young person to progress developmentally, educationally and socially. We want them to develop an understanding of themselves and to experience what success feels like. Through these actions, we can equip every young person with the skills and knowledge they need to go on to succeed.

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

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