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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:   Teacher

Location:   Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB 

Salary:       Up to £39,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)

Hours:       37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Contract:   Permanent, Term Time only 

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. 

We are looking for a teacher with subject lead experience to join our team at Oakham Shires School.

Any applications received for this position will not be responded to until after the summer break; interviews will take place on 17th & 18th September.

About the role

Experience of closing the gaps for disadvantaged and SEND pupils would be beneficial as you would be supporting autistic teenagers that have struggled throughout their school journey to achieve their academic and life goals.

Class groups are small allowing you to focus on each pupil’s needs; all of our pupils are treated as an individual, one size does not fit all and we recognise that in our approach to learning by adapting our teaching to meet individual needs.  A knowledge and understanding of autism and developmental trauma would be beneficial.  We use an “in their own time and space” philosophy to support our pupils to navigate their lives. We focus on understanding behaviour for communication and use this to help support their social and emotional development. We have a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected and involved in as many decisions as possible.

We need teachers who have a passion for working with pupils, have a compassionate, caring manner and a mature, non-judgemental approach to life. You will be a clear communicator and resilient.

At Oakham Shires, we have a maximum of 6 pupils per class with adult support therefore reducing paperwork and we allocate 7½ hours per week of non-contact time for training, PPA, meetings, etc. Staff enjoy a cooked lunch with pupils each day and time is set aside to focus on staff wellbeing.

Qualifications required: QTS.

This role is not suitable for an ECT.

About the school

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

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.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

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.

#1

How would you like to be paid for five days, but only work four*?

At Outcomes First Group, staff wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do — and we’re always looking for ways to improve work/life balance. That’s why we’re excited to be trialling a 4-Day Working Week, meaning you could be working one day less per week (or equivalent), without taking a pay cut.

If successful, we’ll roll this out across the Group — so now’s the perfect time to join #TeamOFG .

Job Title: Secondary Maths Teacher

Location : Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB
Salary : Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience — not pro rata)
Hours : 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Contract : Permanent, Term Time Only
Eligibility : This role does not offer sponsorship

Please Note :

• Applications received after July 15th will be reviewed after the summer break (end of August).
• Interviews will be held on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th September .

About the Role

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for a passionate and skilled Secondary Maths Teacher to join our close-knit team at Oakham Shires School, part of Options Autism.

You'll be responsible for delivering GCSE Maths, supporting students across the school, and leading the subject as a Maths Subject Lead.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of autistic pupils who have struggled in mainstream education and need a tailored, compassionate approach.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teaching Maths up to GCSE level in small class groups (max. 6 pupils)
• Supporting learners with autism and developmental trauma, helping close gaps in learning
• Leading on the Maths curriculum and supporting cross-school development
• Adapting lessons to meet a wide range of abilities and individual needs
• Creating a calm, supportive, and engaging classroom environment
• Working with a team of passionate educators and therapists to help every child thrive

What We’re Looking For

• QTS / BEd / PGCE or equivalent
• Proven experience of teaching Maths at GCSE level
• Experience supporting SEN and/or disadvantaged learners
• A compassionate, calm, and emotionally intelligent approach
• Understanding of autism, trauma-informed practices, and behaviour as communication
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team

This role is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

About Us

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

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.

#1

How would you like to be paid for five days, but only work four*?

At Outcomes First Group, staff wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do — and we’re always looking for ways to improve work/life balance. That’s why we’re excited to be trialling a 4-Day Working Week, meaning you could be working one day less per week (or equivalent), without taking a pay cut.

If successful, we’ll roll this out across the Group — so now’s the perfect time to join #TeamOFG .

Job Title: Secondary Maths Teacher

Location : Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB
Salary : Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience — not pro rata)
Hours : 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Contract : Permanent, Term Time Only
Eligibility : This role does not offer sponsorship

Please Note :

• Applications received after July 15th will be reviewed after the summer break (end of August).
• Interviews will be held on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th September .

About the Role

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for a passionate and skilled Secondary Maths Teacher to join our close-knit team at Oakham Shires School, part of Options Autism.

You'll be responsible for delivering GCSE Maths, supporting students across the school, and leading the subject as a Maths Subject Lead.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of autistic pupils who have struggled in mainstream education and need a tailored, compassionate approach.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teaching Maths up to GCSE level in small class groups (max. 6 pupils)
• Supporting learners with autism and developmental trauma, helping close gaps in learning
• Leading on the Maths curriculum and supporting cross-school development
• Adapting lessons to meet a wide range of abilities and individual needs
• Creating a calm, supportive, and engaging classroom environment
• Working with a team of passionate educators and therapists to help every child thrive

What We’re Looking For

• QTS / BEd / PGCE or equivalent
• Proven experience of teaching Maths at GCSE level
• Experience supporting SEN and/or disadvantaged learners
• A compassionate, calm, and emotionally intelligent approach
• Understanding of autism, trauma-informed practices, and behaviour as communication
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team

This role is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

About Us

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

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.

#1

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:   Teacher

Location:   Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB 

Salary:       Up to £39,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)

Hours:       37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Contract:   Permanent, Term Time only 

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. 

We are looking for a teacher with subject lead experience to join our team at Oakham Shires School.

Any applications received for this position will not be responded to until after the summer break; interviews will take place on 17th & 18th September.

About the role

Experience of closing the gaps for disadvantaged and SEND pupils would be beneficial as you would be supporting autistic teenagers that have struggled throughout their school journey to achieve their academic and life goals.

Class groups are small allowing you to focus on each pupil’s needs; all of our pupils are treated as an individual, one size does not fit all and we recognise that in our approach to learning by adapting our teaching to meet individual needs.  A knowledge and understanding of autism and developmental trauma would be beneficial.  We use an “in their own time and space” philosophy to support our pupils to navigate their lives. We focus on understanding behaviour for communication and use this to help support their social and emotional development. We have a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected and involved in as many decisions as possible.

We need teachers who have a passion for working with pupils, have a compassionate, caring manner and a mature, non-judgemental approach to life. You will be a clear communicator and resilient.

At Oakham Shires, we have a maximum of 6 pupils per class with adult support therefore reducing paperwork and we allocate 7½ hours per week of non-contact time for training, PPA, meetings, etc. Staff enjoy a cooked lunch with pupils each day and time is set aside to focus on staff wellbeing.

Qualifications required: QTS.

This role is not suitable for an ECT.

About the school

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

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.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

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.

#1

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

We’re proud to be taking part in a 4-Day Working Week Trial, meaning you could work one day less a week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. 

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

SEN Teacher – Meadows View School, Stamford ?
Location: Meadows View School, Stamford, PE9 2JL
Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum (depending on experience – not pro rata )
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2025
Eligibility: UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed SEN Teacher to join our team at Meadows View School, part of the Options Autism family.

In this role, you will plan and deliver creative, engaging lessons tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils with a variety of complex needs. You’ll play a key role in helping young people thrive academically, emotionally, and socially—empowering them to build incredible futures.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about delivering meaningful education in a therapeutic setting. Your approach will be calm, engaging, and adaptable, always focused on supporting each learner to reach their full potential.

What We're Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience teaching in an SEN/SEMH setting or supporting pupils with complex additional needs
• Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent
• Can plan and deliver fun, engaging, and differentiated lessons
• Are confident in using a therapeutic approach and believe in a trauma-informed, person-centred teaching style
• Are resilient, compassionate, and motivated by helping young people succeed

About us

Our New Options Autism School is a specialist school  caters for young people aged 5-11 with complex communication needs, autism and associated learning and emotional needs. The school has capacity for 25 pupils and is due to open in Easter 2025.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to 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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.

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.

#1

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

We’re proud to be taking part in a 4-Day Working Week Trial, meaning you could work one day less a week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. 

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

SEN Teacher – Meadows View School, Stamford ?
Location: Meadows View School, Stamford, PE9 2JL
Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum (depending on experience – not pro rata )
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2025
Eligibility: UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed SEN Teacher to join our team at Meadows View School, part of the Options Autism family.

In this role, you will plan and deliver creative, engaging lessons tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils with a variety of complex needs. You’ll play a key role in helping young people thrive academically, emotionally, and socially—empowering them to build incredible futures.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about delivering meaningful education in a therapeutic setting. Your approach will be calm, engaging, and adaptable, always focused on supporting each learner to reach their full potential.

What We're Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience teaching in an SEN/SEMH setting or supporting pupils with complex additional needs
• Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent
• Can plan and deliver fun, engaging, and differentiated lessons
• Are confident in using a therapeutic approach and believe in a trauma-informed, person-centred teaching style
• Are resilient, compassionate, and motivated by helping young people succeed

About us

Our New Options Autism School is a specialist school  caters for young people aged 5-11 with complex communication needs, autism and associated learning and emotional needs. The school has capacity for 25 pupils and is due to open in Easter 2025.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to 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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.

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.

#1

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:   Teacher

Location:   Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB 

Salary:       Up to £39,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)

Hours:       37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Contract:   Permanent, Term Time only 

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. 

We are looking for a teacher with subject lead experience to join our team at Oakham Shires School.

Any applications received for this position will not be responded to until after the summer break; interviews will take place on 17th & 18th September.

About the role

Experience of closing the gaps for disadvantaged and SEND pupils would be beneficial as you would be supporting autistic teenagers that have struggled throughout their school journey to achieve their academic and life goals.

Class groups are small allowing you to focus on each pupil’s needs; all of our pupils are treated as an individual, one size does not fit all and we recognise that in our approach to learning by adapting our teaching to meet individual needs.  A knowledge and understanding of autism and developmental trauma would be beneficial.  We use an “in their own time and space” philosophy to support our pupils to navigate their lives. We focus on understanding behaviour for communication and use this to help support their social and emotional development. We have a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected and involved in as many decisions as possible.

We need teachers who have a passion for working with pupils, have a compassionate, caring manner and a mature, non-judgemental approach to life. You will be a clear communicator and resilient.

At Oakham Shires, we have a maximum of 6 pupils per class with adult support therefore reducing paperwork and we allocate 7½ hours per week of non-contact time for training, PPA, meetings, etc. Staff enjoy a cooked lunch with pupils each day and time is set aside to focus on staff wellbeing.

Qualifications required: QTS.

This role is not suitable for an ECT.

About the school

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

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.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

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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How would you like to be paid for five days, but only work four*?

At Outcomes First Group, staff wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do — and we’re always looking for ways to improve work/life balance. That’s why we’re excited to be trialling a 4-Day Working Week, meaning you could be working one day less per week (or equivalent), without taking a pay cut.

If successful, we’ll roll this out across the Group — so now’s the perfect time to join #TeamOFG .

Job Title: Secondary Maths Teacher

Location : Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB
Salary : Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience — not pro rata)
Hours : 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Contract : Permanent, Term Time Only
Eligibility : This role does not offer sponsorship

Please Note :

• Applications received after July 15th will be reviewed after the summer break (end of August).
• Interviews will be held on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th September .

About the Role

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for a passionate and skilled Secondary Maths Teacher to join our close-knit team at Oakham Shires School, part of Options Autism.

You'll be responsible for delivering GCSE Maths, supporting students across the school, and leading the subject as a Maths Subject Lead.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of autistic pupils who have struggled in mainstream education and need a tailored, compassionate approach.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teaching Maths up to GCSE level in small class groups (max. 6 pupils)
• Supporting learners with autism and developmental trauma, helping close gaps in learning
• Leading on the Maths curriculum and supporting cross-school development
• Adapting lessons to meet a wide range of abilities and individual needs
• Creating a calm, supportive, and engaging classroom environment
• Working with a team of passionate educators and therapists to help every child thrive

What We’re Looking For

• QTS / BEd / PGCE or equivalent
• Proven experience of teaching Maths at GCSE level
• Experience supporting SEN and/or disadvantaged learners
• A compassionate, calm, and emotionally intelligent approach
• Understanding of autism, trauma-informed practices, and behaviour as communication
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team

This role is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

About Us

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

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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