Job Description:

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Position:   English Teacher
Location:  New Barn School - River View House, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2PS
Salary:      Up to £45,000 per annum (dependant on experience, not pro rata)
Hours:      40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:         September 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

At New Barn School - River View House, we believe every young person deserves an education that helps them thrive — academically, emotionally and socially. As part of our continued growth, we are excited to welcome a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to our supportive and ambitious team.

This is more than a teaching role. It’s an opportunity to make a genuine difference every single day — helping pupils with SEN and SEMH needs discover their strengths, build confidence, and achieve outcomes they never thought possible.

About the role

As an English Teacher, you’ll bring learning to life through creative, engaging and personalised lessons tailored to the needs of every learner.

Working within a nurturing and dynamic specialist setting, you’ll deliver meaningful learning experiences that go beyond the traditional classroom — helping pupils develop essential literacy skills, independence, resilience and a love of learning.

You’ll play a key role in creating a safe and inspiring environment where pupils feel valued, supported and motivated to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess engaging, tailored English lessons
• Develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs) with clear, achievable targets
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of pupils with SEMH and additional needs
• Build strong, positive relationships that motivate and engage learners
• Create a stimulating learning environment, including opportunities beyond the classroom
• Monitor progress and support pupils to achieve positive, meaningful outcomes

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A qualified teacher (UK QTS or equivalent)
• Experienced in teaching English to a high standard
• Knowledgeable about current curriculum and educational practice
• Passionate about supporting pupils with SEN and SEMH needs
• Resilient, adaptable and committed to going above and beyond for young people.

Not applicable for ECT/NQT/Instructor.

About Us

New Barn School, part of Options Autism, provides inclusive, nurturing education for autistic children and young people with complex needs across three sites. We deliver personalised learning, therapeutic support, and vocational opportunities tailored to each pupil’s Education, Health and Care Plan. Pupils learn in small, supportive settings that promote confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing. Built on strong partnerships with families, New Barn empowers every learner to thrive and prepare for life beyond school.

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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