Part Time ASC-SEMH Teacher KS3/4

Details
Location

Shaftesbury, Wiltshire

Contract Type

Part Time

Salary

£35703 - £48139

Job Description

Summary:

Part Time ASC-SEMH Teacher KS3/4 – Make a difference in a supportive and inclusive educational environment.

About the School:

A school that provides education for pupils aged 5 to 19 with SEMH and ASD and associated difficulties. It uses a therapeutic approach, focusing on positive relationships and viewing all behaviour as communication.

The Opportunity:

As an ASC-SEMH Teacher (KS3/4), you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with complex needs in a nurturing environment. This part-time, job share role offers the chance to work with small class sizes and make a tangible impact on individual progress. You will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging lessons and providing pastoral support.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with a focus on supporting pupils with autism and complex needs.
  • Deliver engaging and accessible lessons, including one afternoon per week of GCSE Citizenship.
  • Work closely with a job share partner to ensure high-quality continuity and planning.
  • Provide pastoral support and oversee individual progress, maintaining regular communication with parents and carers.
  • Support the development of social, life, and independence skills through a therapeutic, relationship-based approach.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.
  • Build positive relationships with pupils and ensure a holistic approach to their education.
  • Reflect on practice and contribute to the ongoing improvement of the learning experience for pupils.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

  • Experience of working with autistic children and young people in an education setting.
  • Commitment to inclusive, relationship-centred practice.
  • Self-motivated with a creative approach to curriculum delivery.
  • Ability to support pupils with complex needs and understand the importance of positive relationships.
  • Experience in teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4.

Preferred

  • Experience with Teaching English as a Second Language.
  • Experience in delivering GCSE-level qualifications.
  • Experience in pastoral support and student welfare.
  • Experience in a special educational needs setting.
  • Experience in a job share or collaborative teaching environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and SEN Allowance.
  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
  • Access to a Health Care Plan after probation period.
  • Use of leisure facilities (gym and swimming pool) at specific times.
  • Continuous professional development and training.