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Due to very exciting expansion plans for September 2026, we are thrilled to be recruiting for a full time Secondary Class Teacher to join us in the new academic year.
The role
You will play a vital role in supporting students with special educational needs, particularly those with autism, in a nurturing and inclusive environment where every learner is understood and valued. You’ll plan and deliver a broad, engaging range of sessions throughout the week, helping students develop their academic learning alongside essential life and independence skills. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a brand-new class as part of Portfield School’s continued growth.
You’ll work closely with a skilled therapy team, creating a collaborative approach that weaves therapeutic support and enriching experiences into everyday learning. Together, you’ll help build students’ confidence, support their personal development, and empower them to achieve their full potential.
Our secondary students are developing important preparation-for-adulthood skills, including pathways toward further education such as sixth form. An understanding of how to guide students towards nationally recognised qualifications would be highly valued.
In this role, you’ll also lead a team of dedicated teaching assistants, fostering a positive, supportive classroom environment where everyone can thrive.
About You
For this secondary phase of learning, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Expertise in teaching and qualified teacher status
- Ability to plan and deliver effective lessons to inspire, engage and motivate pupils
- A positive attitude remaining calm even under pressure
- Experience of teaching students with Autism is desirable
- Clear and effective communication
- Ability to manage a team of teaching assistants effectively
- Willingness to support with all aspects of students day including personal care
- A strong creative approach to teaching and learning
Closing date:17th April 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 20th April 2026
Start Date: September 2026
Why join us?
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Background
As a Teacher with us, you will embark on our 12 week on-boarding programme completing a variety of in-house training and development courses to allow you to learn about each student and how you can best support them. You will also have the opportunity to continuously gain new skills during your career with us, whether this is learning sign language, becoming a training tutor yourself or completing NVQ qualifications to allow you to progress within the charity.
Due to safer recruitment checks we will request references prior to interview. Please inform us if you do not want us to request a reference from your current employer. Only application forms can be accepted.
If you have any questions and would like to discuss the role in more detail, please call the Talent Team on 01202 084834.
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Our commitment
We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this. Anyone with any form of disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in order to participate in the job application or interview process. As part of our commitment to providing reasonable adjustments, please let us know if you require support to complete your application.
Autism unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Any vacancy we have will be filled based on qualifications and best fit without any reference to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
All successful candidates will be subject to disclosure and barring checks along with other relevant employment checks.
