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Are you a passionate, proactive educator who believes every young person deserves the chance to reach their full potential? This is a rare and genuinely rewarding opportunity to join a specialist secondary school dedicated to supporting autistic students, including those who are non-verbal or pre-verbal, within a therapeutic, community-led environment. With small class sizes of just 10 to 15 students and an exceptional team of 4 to 5 teaching assistants within your classroom, you will have the space and support to truly know each learner and deliver teaching that makes a lasting difference. What you will be doing

• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons aligned to the National Curriculum SEN framework
• Carrying out ongoing formative and summative assessment, tracking individual student progress against EHCP targets
• Communicating proactively with parents and carers, including attending parents' evenings once per term
• Building meaningful relationships with autistic and non-verbal learners using therapeutic interventions, AAC strategies, and low arousal approaches
• Leading your classroom team, directing TA support to maximise outcomes for every student
• Contributing positively to the wider school community and embracing continuous professional development
The support structure around you You will never work in isolation. A comprehensive support network is in place to help you thrive:
• Phase Lead for day-to-day guidance and mentoring
• Dedicated Behaviour Support Team
• Supportive and approachable Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
• 4 to 5 teaching assistants within your classroom
• Ongoing specialist training and CPD opportunities
• Leading facilities designed for specialist provision
About the school This school is built on a community ethos. The focus is always on developing each student's individual potential - equipping autistic young people with the independence skills, life skills and confidence they need to thrive in adult life. The approach is unique, rooted in therapeutic interventions and a deep commitment to person-centred, holistic education. Why you will love it here:
• Small class sizes of 10 to 15 students per class
• 4 to 5 dedicated TAs supporting you in the classroom
• Continuous CPD and specialist training provided throughout the year
• Therapeutic, neurodiversity-affirming approach to teaching and learning
• Strong, collaborative multi-disciplinary team
• Proactive, forward-thinking culture where your ideas are valued
• A setting where your work genuinely changes lives every single day
  
  QTS (or on track to achieve it)
• Understanding of autism spectrum condition (ASC) and experience working with autistic or non-verbal learners
• Knowledge of AAC strategies, Makaton, PECS, TEACCH or similar communication approaches (desirable)
• A proactive, creative and resilient approach to specialist teaching
• Strong communication skills for working with families and multi-agency teams
• Genuine commitment to inclusive, community-led education
• Passion for supporting young people with complex needs on their journey to independence