Teacher

Horizons Academy, Mansfield, NG18 2DP

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  30 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  16 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.44 hours per week Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  SEN Allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

The opportunity

We are looking for professionals who are passionate about making a difference to the lives of vulnerable young people. Experience in supporting children and young people with complex needs in a specialist setting or with significant SEND experience is advantageous. Knowledge of safeguarding pupils with SEMH needs is essential along with creating a secure and nurturing environment so that children attend every day possible. You will work alongside the Key Stage Lead and the Academy Leadership Team to ensure that every child experiences a positive and enriching educational offer and are well prepared and equipped for their future.

We are seeking people who have a background in these areas and who are empathetic, professional, and warm; someone who can be flexible and embrace a challenge.

We know that our staff team are our greatest resource. Therefore, we invest heavily in them, and we know that this has helped us to develop our stable, supportive and high performing teams.  

We would welcome visits to Horizons Academy from potential candidates.

The successful candidates will:  

• Have knowledge of working with students with SEMH and Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
• Be an excellent teacher and a committed team player
• Have a proven track record of success
• Have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of children
• Be able to communicate effectively with parents and other professionals
• Work directly with young people and their families, building relationships and working together to ensure that our community is a safe and well supported  

What the school offers its staff

Be part of Horizons Academy, a brand new, state of the art special school that opened in January 2026 in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. The purpose-built academy supports children and young people from Key Stages 2 to 5 with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), along with autism spectrum conditions (ASC). We are seeking highly motivated and dedicated teachers to join us at this exciting time to be part of our talented and supportive SEND team from September 2026.

The academy is continually growing and will eventually accommodate 160 pupils aged 7 to 19 with class sizes of approximately 8 students. We are looking to appoint teachers to start in September 2026 for KS3 and KS4.

Our vision for Horizons Academy is rooted in our firm belief that every child, regardless of individual need or ability, deserves an education that fosters inclusivity, meaningful engagement, and academic excellence. All of our work is built on forming positive relationships with our young people that help them feel safe, respected and valued. In meeting the wide-ranging specific needs of all learners, our curriculum will be aspirational, including a broad range of experiences but structured in such a way that it is meaningful and can be tailored to the needs of every child. Ultimately, our goal is that every child and young person who learns at Horizons Academy will leave prepared for adulthood and can go on to be whoever they want to be and to achieve more than they could have ever imagined.

About Diverse Academies Trust    

Diverse Academies is a multi-academy trust with a vision to inspire, to raise aspirations and to create brighter tomorrows. Across primary, secondary and special settings, we share a common mission to nurture curiosity, develop wellbeing and empower children and young people to go beyond their aspirations. Together, we believe we can make a difference in our diverse communities, and in the lives of those who learn with us and work with us.     

We empower. We respect. We care.   

 Safeguarding   

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our care. We expect everybody volunteering for the organisation to share this commitment. Any offer will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances. View oursafeguarding and child protection policy.   

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Horizons Academy

• School type: Free School, ages 7 to 19
• School size: Up to 160 pupils
• Age range: 7 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Horizons Academy website
• Email address: lsimms@yeomanpark-ac.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/horizons-academy

Arranging a visit to Horizons Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lsimms@yeomanpark-ac.org.uk.

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