Teacher

Summary:

Join a school as a Teacher for September 2026 start. Support young people with autism and complex needs.

About the School:

The school provides specialist support for students aged 8 to 19 with autism and challenging behaviour. It offers a safe, structured environment to help young people develop independence and life skills.

The Opportunity:

As a Teacher, you will play a vital role in supporting and educating young people with autism and complex needs. You will help create a nurturing and engaging learning environment tailored to the individual needs of each student. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach and support young people with autism, emotional behavioural difficulties, ADHD, and associated complex needs.
• Develop and deliver engaging, structured lessons tailored to the needs of individual pupils.
• Monitor and assess student progress, adapting teaching methods to meet the strengths and needs of each learner.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and parents to ensure a consistent and supportive approach.
• Collaborate with other staff to create a safe and structured learning environment.
• Support students in developing life skills and preparing for adulthood.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Promote the welfare and emotional well-being of all students.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified teacher with relevant teaching experience.
• Experience teaching and supporting young people with autism and complex needs.
• Strong understanding of effective teaching and assessment practices in early and lower key stages.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated resilience and a caring, compassionate approach to working with vulnerable young people.

Preferred

• Experience with Teaching English as a Second Language.
• Experience in behaviour management and working with students with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Experience in developing life skills and preparing students for adulthood.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and career progression opportunities.
• Paid for enhanced DBS and wellbeing support.