SEN Teacher

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Acorn Park School

• Permanent

Salary: £42,500 per annum

Hours:

37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday)

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of autistic young people? Do you thrive in a supportive, specialist environment where every day brings purpose, creativity and connection? If so, Acorn Park School would love to meet you.

Part of the Outcomes First Group, Acorn Park School is an independent special school for pupils aged 4–19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated needs. We are a nurturing, vibrant community where staff work collaboratively to help every learner grow academically, socially and emotionally.

As an SEN Teacher at Acorn Park School, you will lead a class team dedicated to delivering high‑quality, meaningful learning experiences. You’ll shape engaging lessons, build strong relationships and create a safe, structured environment where pupils can thrive.

This is a role for someone who believes in potential, champions individuality and brings energy, patience and creativity to every day.

• Plan and deliver high‑quality, engaging lessons aligned with the Formal or Semi‑Formal Curriculum Pathways
• Create a purposeful, well‑organised learning environment with tailored resources that support pupil progress
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and maintain professional communication with parents and carers
• Use assessment tools effectively to track, record and celebrate pupil progress in line with school expectations
• Inspire enthusiasm for learning and ensure pupils are challenged to reach their full potential
• Support pupil wellbeing, behaviour and safety in line with school policies and safeguarding procedures
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, therapists and wider stakeholders to meet each pupil’s EHCP needs
• Develop your specialist knowledge of ASD, share best practice and contribute to a positive, supportive team culture

• Degree, QTS/ QTLS or working towards required
• A committed, compassionate teacher who believes in inclusive, personalised education
• Someone who can lead by example and bring out the best in their class team
• A reflective practitioner who is eager to learn, grow and share expertise
• A team player who values communication, collaboration and consistency
• Someone who is resilient, creative and ready to make a real difference

Acorn Park School is an independent specialist school in rural Norfolk supporting autistic children and young people aged 4–19. Set within a spacious private estate, the school provides a safe, nurturing environment where pupils are placed at the heart of everything we do. Through personalised formal and semi-formal curriculum pathways, supported by an integrated clinical team, we meet a wide range of individual needs.

The school benefits from extensive facilities including a Forest School, animal care farm, and therapeutic outdoor spaces. Working in partnership with families, we empower pupils to grow in confidence, develop independence, and thrive as they prepare for their next steps in life.

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.