At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and educate students with a tailored science curriculum in a supportive environment.
- Company: Join Park School, a nurturing independent specialist school in Chipping Norton.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, pension scheme, and flexible benefits for your wellbeing.
- Other info: Be part of a certified 'Great Place to Work' with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while fostering their love for learning.
- Qualifications: QTS or equivalent, strong understanding of SEN, and a compassionate approach.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Responsibilities
- To provide the highest quality of education, care and preparation for life for all students in the school.
- To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students with support from teaching staff.
- To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students and to facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
- To contribute to raising standards of student attainment and behaviour and to share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.
- To participate with the SMT and other colleagues in the development of appropriate syllabuses, materials, schemes of work and lesson plans, which should engage, stimulate and challenge students of all abilities, and should cater for all learning styles.
- This may include taking responsibility for particular courses.
- To ensure that all lessons are planned, prepared and delivered with clear differentiation to cater for students of all abilities and backgrounds whilst ensuring individual student progress.
- To share in the preparation and delivery of SMSC elements in all lessons across the curriculum.
- Employ a variety of interactive teaching methods appropriate to the age and ability of each individual student to promote a love of learning and pupil's intellectual curiosity.
Qualifications
- Qualified: QTS (or equivalent) / PGCE, with a relevant degree.
- Strong understanding of SEN, including ASC, learning difficulties and complex needs.
- Compassionate & Resilient: Able to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced significant challenges.
- Collaborative: A confident communicator who works well as part of a team.
- Creative & Flexible: Able to adapt approaches to meet individual learning needs.
- Driving license is required.
About Park School
Park School is an independent specialist day school in Chipping Norton supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. We provide a structured, nurturing environment where small class sizes and personalised learning help pupils re-engage with education. Our dedicated team builds confidence, aspiration, and positive relationships, supporting both academic and social development. Through high expectations and strong pastoral care, we empower pupils to take pride in their achievements and prepare for life beyond school.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
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.
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.
Science Teacher employer: FirstGroup plc
Park School is an exceptional employer dedicated to providing a nurturing and structured environment for both staff and students. With a strong focus on personal and professional growth, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises mental health and wellbeing, alongside competitive benefits such as a pension scheme and flexible working options. Joining our team means making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people while being part of a certified 'Great Place to Work' community.
