Science Teacher

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Job title:   Science Teacher
Location:  Dibden Park School, Southampton SO45 5TD
Salary:      Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours:      40 hours per week | Monday to Friday 
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:        November 2026
UK applicants only; no sponsorship available

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and inspiring teacher to join our specialist education team, supporting students with additional learning needs, including autism and social, emotional and behavioural needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver engaging science lessons in a nurturing environment where smaller class sizes allow you to focus on individual progress and achievement.

As our Science Teacher, you will create a positive, engaging and supportive learning experience that helps students develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning. Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team, you will adapt teaching to meet individual needs and help every student reach their full potential.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's lives while contributing to a caring and collaborative school community.

What You'll Be Doing

Deliver engaging Science lessons to individuals and small groups, tailored to students' needs.

Monitor, assess and report on student progress, supporting positive outcomes.

Develop and implement personalised learning, education and behaviour plans.

Create a safe, structured and stimulating learning environment that promotes independence and confidence.

Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants, families and multi-disciplinary teams to support student success.

Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and safeguarding while maintaining accurate records and educational standards.

What We're Looking For

Teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS or equivalent) required.

Experience planning and delivering lessons within an education setting.

Strong classroom management and communication skills.

The ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs.

Excellent organisational and IT skills.

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Driving licence required

Experience working with students with autism, SEND or challenging behaviour would be advantageous, although not essential.

About Us

Dibden Park School is a brand-new independent specialist school in Southampton, supporting pupils with SEMH needs, communication difficulties, and associated complex behaviours. The school provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where small classes and personalised support help every pupil thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our broad and purposeful curriculum combines formal learning with life skills and enrichment activities to develop confidence, independence, and resilience. Pupils benefit from staff who understand their individual needs and remove barriers to engagement. Working closely with families, the school fosters strong relationships and a supportive community. Dibden Park School supports every child and young person to feel safe, be heard, discover their worth, develop their strengths and create a limitless future.

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

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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