Autism SEN Teacher in Wakefield

Location: Meadowcroft School, Wakefield, WF1 4AD

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others will soon join in. As an SEN Teacher at Meadowcroft School, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education while supporting the personal, social and emotional development of each pupil. You’ll create a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment that meets the individual needs of pupils with SEND, helping them achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

Working closely with colleagues, families and external professionals, you’ll contribute to a personalised, inclusive curriculum, champion best practice and support the continued development of the school.

• Teach pupils across key stages, delivering engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs
• Contribute to planning, curriculum development, assessment cycles and the monitoring of pupil progress
• Promote high standards of teaching, learning and behaviour, modelling best practice in the classroom
• Maintain accurate records, including assessment data, pupil progress and funding requirements
• Contribute to the development and implementation of school policies relating to curriculum, teaching, assessment and pupil care
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and external agencies
• Support school improvement priorities, contributing to the School Development Plan and reporting to SLT as required
• Assist with pupil induction, grouping and pastoral support, promoting independence and positive behaviour

Qualified: UK QTS (or equivalent), 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

Creative & Flexible: Able to adapt and innovate to meet individual needs

Meadowcroft School is an independent specialist day school across four sites in Wakefield, supporting pupils with complex SEMH needs and additional learning difficulties. We prepare every pupil to build confidence, essential life skills, and a pathway to future success.

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 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.

• 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
• 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

*Subject to successful probation. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.