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Job Title: SEN 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
At Stretton Shires School, we believe every young person deserves an education that recognises their strengths, nurtures their individuality and helps them achieve more than they ever thought possible.
As we enter an exciting period of growth, we're looking for passionate and creative SEN Teachers to join our dedicated team. This is your opportunity to be part of a specialist setting where relationships come first, every achievement is celebrated, and learning is tailored to meet the needs of each individual pupil.
Our pupils, aged 11–19, have Autism, Learning Disabilities and associated SEMH needs. Many are working below age-related expectations and need teachers who can think differently, adapt creatively and inspire them to re-engage with learning in ways that truly make sense to them.
Whether you're an experienced SEN teacher, have an EYFS or primary background, or are a subject specialist looking to apply your expertise in a more personalised and rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
- Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons across informal, semi-formal and formal learning pathways.
- Teach individuals and small groups, adapting your approach to meet a range of complex learning needs.
- Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom where pupils can build confidence, independence and resilience.
- Monitor, assess and celebrate pupil progress, adapting teaching to maximise outcomes.
- Develop and review Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behaviour plans and personalised learning targets.
- Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development through positive, relationship-based practice.
- Lead or contribute to the development of curriculum areas and bring your own interests and expertise to school life.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and professionals to provide a consistent and holistic approach to each young person's education.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS).
- Is passionate about inclusive education and believes every young person can succeed.
- Brings experience from SEN, primary, EYFS or subject specialist teaching backgrounds.
- Builds strong, trusting relationships and inspires pupils to engage with learning.
- Is patient, resilient and committed to supporting pupils with Autism, Learning Disabilities and SEMH needs.
- Is reflective, adaptable and motivated to continuously develop their practice.
- Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing positively to a close-knit school community.
- 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
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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