Teacher

We are seeking an inspiring teacher to join our dedicated team, delivering high-quality learning experiences to individual students and small groups. You'll teach up to GCSE level in a core subject and play a key role in shaping personalised learning pathways that help our students grow academically, socially and emotionally. This is a role where your influence goes far beyond the classroom. You'll be part of a multi-professional team committed to nurturing confidence, independence and self-belief in young people who may have experienced significant barriers to learning. Please note: this role will be covering both our Parkside House School site's based in Ashington NE63 8AP and Backworth NE27 0AB. What You'll Do

• Planning and delivering engaging, personalised lessons (including GCSE in a core subject) for individuals and small groups
• Creating and reviewing Individual Education Plans, Behaviour Plans and tailored learning programmes
• Supporting nurture-based approaches and helping students develop emotional regulation and self-control
• Monitoring, recording and reporting on progress, ensuring high-quality assessment and subject development
• Working collaboratively with LSAs, tutors, care staff and the wider multi-professional team
• Ensuring a safe, stimulating and well-organised learning environment both on and off site
  
  QTS or equivalent qualification required
• Will be required to cover a variety of subjects, must be able to teach one of the core subjects at GCSE level.
• Strong behaviour management skills and a nurturing, student-centred approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Resilience, creativity and a commitment to continuous professional development
• A passion for helping students overcome barriers and achieve meaningful progress
• Driving licence required
  
  Welcome to Parkside House School, an SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Independent Special School with sites in Backworth and Ashington. We provide specialist teaching, small class sizes, bespoke timetables, and a nurturing, friendly environment for pupils aged KS2 Year 6-KS5. Our school supports students with SEMH needs and associated learning difficulties, including autism, ADHD, attachment disorders, and oppositional defiance disorder. Pupils thrive academically, socially, and personally, guided by a passionate, experienced team dedicated to unlocking their potential.
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