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Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Parkside House School, Backworth, NE27 0AB
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm
Salary: £39,000 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: May 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW ) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay*.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG!
About the Role
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an English Teacher to join our close-knit team at Parkside House School as we continue to grow. This is more than a teaching role — it’s a chance to inspire young people, rebuild confidence, and re-engage pupils with education in a supportive and nurturing environment.
We are seeking a creative, reflective, and motivated practitioner who will play a key role within our school community. The successful candidate will:
- Deliver engaging lessons supported by strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Hold high expectations and a passion for helping every pupil achieve their potential.
- Bring creativity to curriculum delivery, including opportunities beyond the classroom.
- Lead English across the school, driving high standards, developing resources, and supporting best practice.
This rewarding role suits someone calm, resilient, and committed to making a meaningful difference. With QTS, you will contribute to an inspiring curriculum while supporting whole-school improvement and pupil wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop English across the school with clear targets and outcomes.
- Safeguard and promote pupil welfare in line with statutory guidance.
- Support colleagues with English-related school improvement priorities.
- Monitor progress and communicate effectively with parents/carers.
- Adapt teaching to meet individual pupil needs and promote engagement.
Knowledge and Understanding
- Strong knowledge of the English curriculum and assessment requirements.
- Understanding of effective teaching strategies and high achievement standards.
- Awareness of the SEND Code of Practice.
- Commitment to the school’s vision and values.
Requirement
- UK QTS (or equivalent).
- Relevant English qualification.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
About Us
Parkside House School is an Independent Special School. Our school aims to provide a high-quality education package to pupils who have difficulties in relating to education or others within a mainstream setting.
The school is registered to accommodate 35 pupils from 10 – 18 years; we specialise in teaching pupils with Emotional, Social and Behavioural needs, and with other associated learning and cognitive difficulties.
The aim of the site is to provide enough support to unlock each pupil’s potential so they can live fulfilling and productive lives. We provide young people with as much freedom as possible in a safe and supervised environment. This is achievable due to the dedication and support from a range of employed professionals who are passionate, reliable, and understanding.
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.
- 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. Not a contractual benefit.
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 .
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