Teacher in Autism Spectrum Conditions

Teacher in Autism Spectrum Conditions

CAPTION:

• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Spennymoor, DL16 7DB
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 18 Aug 2026
• Closing date: 4 Sept 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Oaks Secondary School is a large, vibrant special school for pupils aged 11-19 with a wide range of needs, including moderate learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties, and Autism Spectrum Conditions. The school has been judged Outstanding by Ofsted in its last four inspections and is proud of its strong, supportive, and nurturing ethos.

The Governors wish to appoint a committed, enthusiastic teacher to lead a static class of pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC). The successful candidate will:

• Teach across a range of subjects
• Meet the diverse needs of pupils with ASC
• Work effectively with a skilled team of support staff
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues
• Contribute to the wider life of the school

We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers with a passion for working with young people with SEND.

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive and inclusive school community where staff wellbeing is valued.
• Opportunities for high quality CPD, training and career progression.
• Access to teacher pension benefits.
• A collaborative staff team with opportunities to share best practice.
• A commitment to work-life balance and staff wellbeing.
• Employee benefits available through Durham County Council, including discounts and salary sacrifice schemes.
• Family-friendly policies and wellbeing support.
• Competitive salaries in line with national and local authority pay arrangements.

We offer the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with SEND, working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team in a rewarding and supportive environment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Durham County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks. In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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The Oaks Secondary School is a large, vibrant special school for pupils aged 11-19 with a wide range of needs, including moderate learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties, and Autism Spectrum Conditions. The school has been judged Outstanding by Ofsted in its last four inspections and is proud of its strong, supportive, and nurturing ethos. The Governors wish to appoint a committed, enthusiastic teacher to lead a static class of pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC). The successful candidate will:

• Teach across a range of subjects
• Meet the diverse needs of pupils with ASC
• Work effectively with a skilled team of support staff
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues
• Contribute to the wider life of the school
We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers with a passion for working with young people with SEND. What the school offers its staff
• A supportive and inclusive school community where staff wellbeing is valued.
• Opportunities for high quality CPD, training and career progression.
• Access to teacher pension benefits.
• A collaborative staff team with opportunities to share best practice.
• A commitment to work-life balance and staff wellbeing.
• Employee benefits available through Durham County Council, including discounts and salary sacrifice schemes.
• Family-friendly policies and wellbeing support.
• Competitive salaries in line with national and local authority pay arrangements.
We offer the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with SEND, working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team in a rewarding and supportive environment. Commitment to safeguarding