SEN Teacher

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. At Outcomes First Group we believe in a better work/life balance and put wellbeing first. We're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4

DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay.

Groveside School is growing and we’re looking for an exceptional SEN Teacher to join our warm, vibrant and truly inspiring community.

If you are passionate about transforming the learning experience for young people with additional needs this is your chance to make a real impact.

At Groveside our ethos is simple:
Be Kind. Believe. Be You. If you share these values and thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment we want to hear from you.

• Lead and manage high-quality SEN provision across the classroom, including one-to-one support, small group interventions and differentiated learning strategies.
• Oversee, deploy and support staff effectively to maximise the impact of SEN provision.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on the effectiveness of SEN support to the Senior Leadership Team and governors.
• Work collaboratively with external professionals to secure the best outcomes for pupils.
• Deliver staff INSET and guidance on Individual Needs, SEND developments and current legislation.
• Teach lessons within your specialist subject, engaging and inspiring larger groups of learners.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential.
• Genuine passion for teaching, learning and unlocking potential.
• Builds strong, trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Leads with warmth, creativity and high expectations.
• Loves working within a team that champions collaboration and celebrates every win, big or small.

Please contact Zoe Eastwood on or visit  for more information about the school.

Groveside School is a brand-new Special Educational Needs School for pupils aged 7–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. The school opened in September 2024 and will cater for 60 pupils.

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.

In 2025 Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year running.

• 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.
• Subject to successful probation (not a contractual benefit).
• We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
• Welcome Bonus: £1,000 payable in two instalments – £500 after three months and £500 upon successful completion of final probation (repayment terms apply).

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.