KS1 Primary Teacher

How would you like to get 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.

That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Position :   KS1 Primary Teacher

Location :  Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW

Salary :      Up to £37,000 per annum depending on experience ( not pro rata )

Contract :  Permanent, Term Time Only

Hours :       40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am-4pm

Start Date : October 2025

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship

As part of our continued growth in service, we are excited to be looking for a KS1 Primary Teacher to join our amazing team at Red Kite School in Princes Risborough.

About the Role

Are you looking for a teaching role that allows you to focus less on paperwork and more on what really matters—engaging, creative learning experiences for children with varied and complex needs?

We are seeking a passionate Primary Teacher (KS1) to join our team and make a lasting difference in the lives of our pupils. This is a unique opportunity to work in a specialist environment where pupil voice, wellbeing, and personal development are central to everything we do.

You’ll be joining a school that values collaboration, innovation, and care—a place where safeguarding is embedded in the culture, and pupils are actively involved in their learning journey.

As a Primary Teacher for Key Stage 1, you will :

• Teach a range of subjects across the KS1 curriculum, adapting content to meet individual needs
• Plan and deliver creative, engaging lessons that promote progress and independence
• Support pupils with a wide variety of additional needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and families
• Take the lead on a curriculum area across the school (subject to discussion at interview)
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and leaders to ensure consistent, pupil-centred support

Who We're Looking For

We welcome candidates who are :

About Us

Red Kite School is a brand-new, purpose-built independent SEN school, designed to support up to 60 pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Set in the beautiful market town of Princes Risborough, it’s a truly exciting time to join us as a founding member of staff and help shape a nurturing, inclusive learning environment from the ground up.

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

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering innovative approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

Why join Acorn Education?

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 :

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

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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