Primary Teacher

Are you a passionate Primary Teacher eager to make a real impact? At Park School in Chipping Norton, we work with pupils who have varied and complex needs. We're looking for someone who wants to focus less on paperwork and more on what truly matters - delivering engaging, meaningful learning experiences tailored to each child Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher who wants to make a real difference? At Park School, we're committed to supporting pupils with varied and complex needs. This role is ideal for a teacher who wants to spend less time on paperwork and more time on what truly matters - delivering engaging, meaningful learning experiences that inspire every child to thrive. As part of our supportive, multidisciplinary team, you'll have the freedom and flexibility to tailor your teaching to each child's individual needs, helping them develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. Key Responsibilities

• Teach small, focused classes, adapting lessons to meet each pupil's unique learning style and needs.
• Create engaging, inclusive learning experiences that encourage curiosity and confidence.
• Work collaboratively with support staff, therapists, and pastoral colleagues.
• Nurture pupils' academic, social, emotional, and personal development holistically.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and positive environment where every child feels valued.
• Support pupils in developing essential life skills and independence.
• Encourage pupil participation and ownership of their learning journey.
• Maintain excellent safeguarding standards and prioritise pupil wellbeing.
• Track and assess progress effectively, adapting strategies as needed.
• Celebrate every success - big or small - and embrace each challenge with positivity.
  
  Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• A creative, flexible, and resilient approach to teaching
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional or complex needs
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Commitment to raising outcomes and celebrating progress at every stage
  
  Park School is an independent specialist day school in Chipping Norton supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. We provide a structured, nurturing environment where small class sizes and personalised learning help pupils re-engage with education.
Our dedicated team builds confidence, aspiration, and positive relationships, supporting both academic and social development. Through high expectations and strong pastoral care, we empower pupils to take pride in their achievements and prepare for life beyond school. 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.

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