At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and inspire diverse learners in Science, fostering a love for education.
- Company: Join Leicestershire County Council at Oakfield Secondary, a vibrant and inclusive environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, flexible working options, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people facing challenges.
- Qualifications: Qualified teacher status with experience in special educational needs preferred.
The predicted salary is between 32916 - 43607 £ per year.
Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
Work Location: Oakfield Secondary, LE3 8BQ, & LE10 0PR Provision (travel may be necessary between sites)
Salary: Main Scale/UPS + SEN per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Working Hours: 34 hours per week term-time
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 10th August 2026
Interview Date(s): 18th August 2026
About the Role
The Oakfield Short Stay School is Leicestershire’s provision for school aged children who have been permanently excluded from school. We have undergone a programme of significant growth and as a result we are recruiting more teaching staff. This role is to work as part of a growing specialist Science team and will work across sites to deliver education to pupils who are at risk of exclusion, or who have been excluded from mainstream education. This is an exciting opportunity, and we look forward to welcoming you into a vibrant working environment that prioritises staff well-being and joy in the workplace, high-quality education, innovative practice, and a truly inclusive approach to educational design.
Role Overview
Teach Science to groups of pupils who have diverse needs. The role requires a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed approach, raising engagement and drastically improving the outlook of the student’s educational journey. You will be at the heart of our mission.
This role suits a teacher with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who can inspire others. Many of our young people present with challenging behaviour, and we are looking for someone who can demonstrate strong empathy and the ability to intrinsically connect with pupils with complex SEMH needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach and Inspire: Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons to a small group of learners, fostering a love for learning.
- Support Reintegration: Assist in reintegrating pupils back into mainstream schools, ensuring they receive the support they need and equipping them with the skills they need to be successful.
- Collaborate with Agencies: Work closely with educational psychologists, SEN coordinators, and other external agencies to support pupil progress.
- Promote Inclusion: Demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, ensuring all pupils feel valued and supported.
What We Offer
- Unique Learning Environment: Experience a diverse and dynamic workplace where every day is different.
- Professional Development: Access opportunities for professional growth and bespoke training.
- Supportive Team: Join a highly skilled and supportive team of practitioners.
- Make a Difference: Play a crucial role in transforming the lives of young people.
- Flexibility: Options for part-time or full-time work to suit your lifestyle.
A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post. For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex-offenders, please see our policy statement.
About You
To apply for this post, you must:
- Qualified teacher status. A specialism in Science would be preferable.
- Experience of working with pupils with special educational needs in a secondary school, secondary pupil referral unit or special school.
- Experience of teaching challenging pupils.
- Experience of educational development and planning.
- Knowledge of SEND legislation and county SEND policy and procedures.
- Ability to provide leadership and support to staff in providing high quality teaching.
- Effective IT skills and the ability to use IT to develop service delivery and monitoring.
In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Interested in Flexible Working?
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.
Teacher – Science employer: Oakfield
Leicestershire County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work environment at Oakfield Secondary where staff well-being is prioritised. With a strong focus on professional development and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people, employees benefit from a supportive team culture and flexible working options tailored to individual lifestyles.
