At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging Humanities lessons to inspire and support pupils with additional needs.
- Company: Penny Tree School, a forward-thinking institution dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Life assurance, pension scheme, mental health support, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Join a supportive team at the start of an exciting journey in education.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young lives while fostering a love for learning.
- Qualifications: Experience in education, creativity, and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
SEN Humanities Instructor Penny Tree School•Birmingham, UK
About the Role
At Penny Tree School, we believe every young person deserves an education that inspires them to explore the world, discover their strengths and achieve more than they ever thought possible.
We're looking for a passionate and engaging SEN Humanities Instructor to join our dedicated team, bringing History, Geography and the wider Humanities to life for pupils with additional needs.
If you're creative, enthusiastic and thrive on building meaningful relationships with young people, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference.
Working in small classes with the support of a skilled multidisciplinary team, you'll have the freedom to deliver engaging, personalised learning that builds confidence, develops life skills and helps pupils rediscover a love of learning.
Every day is different, every achievement is celebrated, and every lesson has the power to change a life.
- What You'll Be Doing
- Deliver engaging Humanities lessons to individuals and small groups, making learning relevant, interactive and enjoyable.
- Adapt learning to meet the individual needs of pupils with SEND, helping every learner achieve meaningful progress.
- Inspire curiosity through History, Geography and wider Humanities topics that encourage exploration and discussion.
- Support pupils' confidence, emotional wellbeing and personal development through nurturing, relationship-based practice.
- Monitor progress and contribute to personalised learning plans, behaviour support plans and individual education pathways.
- Create stimulating learning environments that encourage independence, creativity and positive engagement.
- Work closely with Learning Support Assistants, teachers, therapists and the wider school team to provide consistent support.
- Use positive behaviour strategies to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve success.
- Ensure the safety, wellbeing and safeguarding of pupils both in school and during educational visits.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is
- Passionate about Humanities and inspiring young people through engaging, creative teaching.
- Experienced in delivering learning within a school, alternative provision, youth work or similar educational setting.
- Skilled at building positive relationships with pupils who may have additional needs or barriers to learning.
- Creative, adaptable and confident in tailoring learning to individual strengths and abilities.
- Calm, resilient and able to support pupils using positive, nurturing behaviour strategies.
- An excellent communicator who enjoys working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
- Organised, reflective and committed to continually developing their skills and practice.
About Us
Our new Options Autism school – Penny Tree – will have capacity for up to 100 pupils and is expected to open for students in the near future.
At Penny Tree School, you will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team at the very start of an exciting journey.
Backed by the expertise of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, you will benefit from access to a wide professional network, ongoing development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of the pupils we serve.
For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties.
As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.
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.
- 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
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
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Sen Humanities Instructor in Birmingham employer: Penny Tree School
At Penny Tree School, part of the renowned Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, we offer a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our extensive benefits package, including mental health support, flexible working options, and professional development opportunities, all within a collaborative and supportive team culture. Join us at the forefront of innovative education, where every day is an opportunity to inspire and empower our pupils.
