Class Teacher

Durham County Council; North East; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oaks Secondary School in Spennymoor seeks a committed Teacher to lead a static ASC class. You will teach across subjects and tailor approaches to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions in our vibrant special school.

We welcome experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers with a passion for SEND. An enhanced DBS is required. Closing date: 4 September 2026 at 12pm; interview date TBC.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) or SEND.
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet diverse ASC needs.
• Strong collaboration with support staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead a static class of ASC pupils across a range of subjects.
• Develop and implement tailored approaches for ASC learners.
• Work with a skilled team of support staff to deliver high-quality education.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and safeguarding ethos.

Skills

Subject knowledge

ASC/SEN experience

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

Teacher in Autism Spectrum Conditions

Required to start as soon as possible

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

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Closing date for applications is Friday 4th September 2026 at 12pm (noon).

Interview date: TBC

The Oaks Secondary School

Rock Road, Spennymoor, Co Durham, DL16 7DB

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