About the RoleWe are looking for a Lead Teacher in English to join our new Options Autism School - Claystone School in Luton, Bedfordshire. This is an exciting time to join a brand-new school and be part of a team that believes 'Embracing Difference leads to Endless Possibilities' for all its pupils.Job Description:The school will have capacity for 48 pupils ages 4-11 years old and is due to open January 2025. Our New Options School will cater for pupils who have ASC and Complex Needs.Up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience (not pro rata) Plus a Welcome Bonus of £2000Monday to FridayTerm Time onlyPermanentYou will take a creative approach to teaching pupils according to their educational needs, ensuring delivery of the school curriculum in a way that maximises pupils' achievement and ability to develop. The pupils may display some challenging behaviour due to their different needs, so staff are required to have experience teaching in an SEN school or have previous experience of working with SEN pupils.You will teach pupils in a fun and engaging way. You will also work with the support staff within the classroom to ensure that each pupil is getting the support they require, but also to ensure the smooth running of sessions and allow each pupil to have a positive learning environment. You will provide feedback to SLT, parents and carers.For this role, you should:Have a UK QTS or QTLS.Have previous experience teaching in an SEN school or have previous experience of working with SEN pupils.Have experience teaching and be able to plan fun and engaging sessions.Have the ability to lead the development of Literacy programmes across the school. About the SchoolOur new Options Autism School - Claystone School in Luton, Bedfordshire will have capacity for 48 pupils ages 4-11 years old and will cater for pupils who have ASC and Complex Needs.The school is due to open January 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. 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.BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension 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 checksAnd 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 benefits100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.