Teacher, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

Location: Heysham

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

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 (4

DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4

DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #team

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Job Title:

Teacher

Location:

Crookhey Hall, Cockerham, LA2 0HA

Salary:
£39,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours:

37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:
March 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As Crookhey Hall continues to grow, we’re looking for a passionate, creative and driven Teacher to join our exceptional team. This is a role for someone who wants more than just a classroom — it’s for someone who wants their work to be meaningful, memorable and genuinely life-changing.

At Crookhey Hall, your ideas are welcomed, your individuality is celebrated, and your impact is felt every single day.

About the Role

No two days are ever the same — and that’s exactly what makes this role so rewarding. You’ll work with pupils who have varied and complex needs, within a supportive, forward-thinking environment where relationships, creativity and progress truly matter.

Working closely with the Deputy Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will:

Uphold the highest professional standards of teaching

Contribute positively to a committed, collaborative staff team

Deliver teaching aligned with the school’s ethos, values and policies

Champion what makes Crookhey Hall a special place to learn and work

You will bring learning to life by:

Delivering the curriculum in creative, engaging and meaningful ways

Designing hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity

Building confidence through imaginative teaching approaches

You’ll thrive here if you want to spend less time on paperwork and more time doing what you love: inspiring pupils and creating real, memorable moments of learning.

What We’re Looking For

— Essential Criteria

We’re seeking a confident, committed teacher who brings both skill and heart to the classroom.

You will have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

A full UK Driving Licence

A strong belief in the potential of every pupil

High-quality classroom practice and professional standards

Confidence supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

Experience working with pupils with SEMH and/or ASD

A proactive, resilient approach and strong commitment to safeguarding

A positive, collaborative mindset and willingness to engage in training and development

Desirable

Experience supporting young people from challenging backgrounds

Evidence of driving positive pupil outcomes

Welcome to Crookhey Hall School

Crookhey Hall School is a specialist Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) school for boys and girls aged 10 to 17. Set in a 15-acre countryside site near Lancaster, we offer a calm and structured environment where pupils can grow in confidence, build self-esteem, and achieve their goals.

We provide a tailored education experience that nurtures not only academic and vocational skills but also personal development and emotional wellbeing. Our dedicated team helps every pupil unlock their potential and prepare for a brighter, more independent future.

We offer a wide range of opportunities to develop your career while taking on rewarding challenges. Acorn Education is a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are at the forefront of creating and delivering innovative approaches that support children and young people in our care to make meaningful progress

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.

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