SEN Primary Teacher

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 (4DWW) 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 4DWW — 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 #teamOFG. Job Title: SEN Primary Teacher Location: Napier School, Farnborough, GU14 6EF Salary: £40,000.00 per annum ( not pro rata ) Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: January 2026 UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship At Napier School, part of Options Autism, we believe every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and shine. Our pupils may have autism and complex needs, but they also have incredible strengths, curiosity, and potential — and with the right support, they thrive. We're looking for a passionate, creative, and inspiring SEN Primary Teacher to join our warm and dedicated team. If you’re driven by the joy of helping children make progress — academically, socially, and emotionally — this could be your perfect role. This isn't just another teaching job. This is an opportunity to change lives, spark confidence, and celebrate every milestone. About the Role As an SEN Primary Teacher at Napier School, you’ll bring learning to life through creative, hands-on, and personalised approaches. You’ll design lessons that meet each child exactly where they are — adapting, innovating, and celebrating small steps that lead to big breakthroughs. You’ll work closely with our talented teaching assistants, therapists, and families to create a joined-up, nurturing, and joyful learning environment where every pupil feels safe, supported, and ready to explore the world. You Will: Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet individual learning needs Support pupils with autism and additional needs to develop academically, socially, and emotionally Promote independence, communication, confidence, and resilience Work collaboratively with TAs, therapists, and parents to ensure consistent, holistic support Contribute positively to an inclusive, caring, and creativity-driven school culture About You You are calm, adaptable, patient — and full of positivity. You see the whole child, not just their challenges. You believe in their potential and know how transformative the right teaching can be. You’ll bring: QTS and a relevant teaching degree A Full UK Driving Licence A warm, creative teaching approach A genuine passion for inclusive education and pupil wellbeing Experience working with SEN or ASC pupils (desirable, not essential) Whether you're an experienced SEN practitioner or a talented teacher looking to step into a specialist setting for the first time, we’ll support, mentor, and champion you every step of the way. About us Napier School is a brand-new school, part of Options Autism. Napier School is a primary school for pupils with autism, learning disabilities and/or complex needs located in Farnborough, a town in northeast Hampshire, England. Our aim is to help pupils excel by providing a structured, nurturing approach, with students accessing a broad, balanced, engaging and extraordinarily rich curriculum. For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those 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 Options Autism?​ We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to 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. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.  We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit  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. #1