Job Description

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 Teacher

Location: Bower Lodge School, Dibden, Southampton, SO45 5TD

Salary: Up to 40,000 per annum dependent on experience (

not pro rata

)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm

Contract: Permanent | Term Time only

Start: January 2026

UK applicants only; no sponsorship available

At Bower Lodge School, part of Options Autism, we're on a mission to create a nurturing, empowering, and joyful learning environment for children with complex SEN and ASC needs. We are now looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teacher to join our passionate team--and help shape the future of our growing school.


This is your chance to teach in a setting that values creativity over paperwork, collaboration over isolation, and every learner as an individual with limitless potential.

About the Role

As an SEN Teacher at Bower Lodge, you'll bring learning to life for our pupils--designing imaginative, personalised lessons that spark curiosity and build confidence. You'll work in a supportive, close-knit team committed to creating meaningful learning experiences in a school culture grounded in safeguarding, inclusion, and pupil voice.


This is more than a teaching job--it's an opportunity to help shape a school community where children feel safe, understood, and inspired to succeed.

You will:

Craft and deliver engaging, personalised lessons for pupils with complex SEN and ASC needs Work closely with a collaborative team of teachers and support staff Champion each pupil's social, emotional, and academic development Build a warm, inclusive classroom where every child feels seen and celebrated Uphold outstanding safeguarding and wellbeing practices across all areas of school life

Who we are looking for

You will:

Hold a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - ECTs and newly qualified teachers welcome Have a recognised degree Brings experience, passion, and creativity to working with SEN/ASC pupils Ideally has Early Years, Reception, or KS1 experience (a significant advantage) Is calm, resilient, enthusiastic, and adaptable Is committed to inclusive education and the wellbeing of every child

About us

Bower Lodge School is a brand-new specialist day school in Dibden, Southampton, for boys and girls aged 4-11 with a diagnosis of autism and a range of complex learning, communication, and sensory needs.


Our new Options Primary School has capacity for 40 pupils and is dedicated to providing a nurturing, inclusive, and tailored learning environment where autistic young people can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.


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 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth 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 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.

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.

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