Special School Teacher

Five Education is looking for a Teacher who can deliver to a small class of secondary-age children who have been diagnosed with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). Other children at the school have Speech and Language difficulties and behaviour challenges. Some of the children also have additional needs with their communication and sensory abilities. The school is based in Weston Super Mare. It has on-site parking but is also accessible by public transport. The successful candidate will have classroom teaching experience and a developed understanding of Autism-friendly teaching methods. You will be eager to develop your pedagogy by learning more about ASD. Teaching materials and resources are provided. However the school encourage individuality, therefore you are welcome to adapt learning materials to make your lessons outstanding. The person chosen for this role may have previously been a primary/ secondary / FE teacher. They will benefit from training and support whilst working with Five Education. The school has a supportive staff cohort and good facilities. There is a strong ethos of fostering ambition and achievement within every person in the school. The successful candidate will benefit from a pay rate dependent on experience. If you are compassionate, and patient and have a proven track record of motivating children young people through their studies then we want to hear from you. Contact Phoebe, phoebe@fiveeducation Essential criteria: - Previous classroom teaching experience - Have a right to work in the UK (A Valid Visa). - At least two recent child-based reference and relevant DBS/ Police checks. - Experience of teaching/ supporting individuals with SEN/Autism/Complex Needs/SEMH. (Desirable) What can Five Education offer you? - One of the best supply experiences in the South West - check out our google reviews! - Free specialised, in-person training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more. - Free DBS (refunded when you work 10 days). - Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working. If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you. The day is 7 hours with an unpaid lunch break. Your daily rate of pay would be £120.00 but with a potential to earn more based on level of experience. Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employers NI. We are also proud to be an accredited Living Wage Employer. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay. Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be a face-to-face interview. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.