SEN teacher

About the school

Avonside School is a brand-new specialist school in Bristol for young people with SEMH, autism and associated needs. The school provides a supportive environment that prioritises wellbeing, personal growth and academic progress. Its curriculum offers hands-on vocational pathways in construction, hair and beauty, hospitality, art and IT, building practical skills and independence. Avonside School is part of Acorn Education and the Outcomes First Group.

The role

Avonside School seeks a passionate and creative SEN Teacher to join its team from October 2026. This permanent, term-time-only position is based at Avonside School, Bristol BS4 5PS and offers a salary of up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm. UK applicants only; no sponsorship is available.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging, personalised learning for pupils with a range of additional and complex needs while helping to shape the school’s curriculum and culture from its earliest stages. The position involves close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support excellent outcomes for every pupil.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons that inspire pupils and support excellent progress.
• Adapt teaching to meet the individual needs of learners with a range of additional and complex needs.
• Plan, develop and review schemes of learning across the curriculum area.
• Monitor pupil progress, using assessment to identify interventions and celebrate achievement.
• Lead the development of the subject area, ensuring teaching remains creative, innovative and engaging.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the school and the wider Outcomes First Group to share best practice.
• Support colleagues through training and the sharing of effective teaching strategies.
• Work closely with the Exams Officer to ensure accurate qualification entries and successful outcomes.
• Teach across a range of subjects where required to support curriculum delivery.
• Work alongside therapists, Learning Support Assistants, families and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide a consistent, holistic approach to each pupil’s education.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within an educational setting.
• Ability to confidently plan, deliver and adapt engaging lessons for pupils with a range of learning needs.
• Passion for inclusive education and a belief that every child can achieve.
• Creative, flexible and committed to delivering personalised learning experiences.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Enjoyment of collaborative working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits & package

• 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, plus hundreds of UK and international discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Car Purchase Scheme.
• Critical illness cover.
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support.
• Outcomes First Group certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth consecutive year in 2025.

How to apply

Candidates can apply via TheTeacherJob or request the school contact after signing in.