Class Teacher – Autism Centre Full Time

Salary: Based on experience, up to UPS3
Employer: Westover Green Community School & Autism Centre, part of Futura Learning Partnership
Type: Fulltime; Permanent
Location: Bridgewater, Somerset
Beginning date: 1 November 2025
Deadline: 28 September 2025

Regarding the Job

You will teach and motivate a little group of about eight autistic and communication-impaired students as a Class Teacher in our Autism Centre.

Working with seasoned support personnel and mainstream colleagues, you will build a safe, welcoming, and interesting learning environment.

Your work will center on fostering close ties with families and enabling every child to flourish.

What will you perform?

• Focus on communication, social interaction, and emotional demands when teaching and caring for autistic kids.

• Design interesting lessons aligned with the Early Years Framework.

• Encourage inclusion by working with competent support staff and mainstream teachers.

• Maintain close family relationships by means of open communication.

• Motivate students in a well-equipped centre by sensory environments and access to regular facilities.

Payment and advantages

• Salary up to UPS3 depending on experience.

• Great infrastructure with small class sizes.

• Training, CPD, leadership courses, and continuous professional growth.

• Health cashback scheme, pension plan, flexible working, and wellbeing support.

• A supportive school community honors cooperation and inclusiveness.

Who Can Apply

• Qualified Teacher (QTS) who completed an induction year.

• Great grasp of autism and SEND documentation.

• Support communication, sensory, and emotional regulatory needs.

• A positive, cooperative approach and a desire for inclusive education.