Class Teacher - Resource Base

May Park Primary School; Bristol; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD support

Pension scheme (LGPS) for staff

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Eye Tests

Career development within the Trust

Flexible Family Friendly Policies

Job summary

May Park Primary School in East Central Bristol is seeking a passionate Resource Base Teacher to lead a class of pupils with Autism and Speech, Language and Communication needs. The role focuses on nurturing communication, interaction, and early social skills within an inclusive and supportive team.

You will design, plan and deliver high-quality, play-based learning experiences, direct a team of Learning Support Assistants, and collaborate with visiting specialists to enhance provision.

Responsibilities

• Lead a class of pupils with Autism and Speech, Language and Communication needs.
• Design, plan and deliver high-quality, engaging learning experiences.
• Direct a dedicated team of Learning Support Assistants.
• Collaborate with visiting specialists to enhance provision.

Job description

About May Park Primary School

May Park Primary School is a 3-11 community academy in East Central Bristol and a proud member of the Excalibur Academies Trust. We are diverse and vibrant three form entry primary school with a stimulating nursery set in fantastic grounds. Our modern, purpose-built buildings and our extensive outdoor space enable our children unique opportunities to use their creative minds as they explore the woods, Savannah, field and multi-use games area.

At May Park our highly experienced teachers and staff are committed to providing a nurturing environment so that all of our children succeed. By offering an inspiring curriculum, we expect our children to think differently: taking risks with their learning, embracing uncertainty, problem solving, making connections and playing with possibilities.

As part of Excalibur Academies Trust, we benefit from shared expertise and strong governance, whilst maintaining our own unique identity, values and deep community focus.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and creative teacher to lead a class of pupils with Autism and Speech, Language and Communication needs. Our provision is designed to nurture communication, interaction, and early social skills, underpinned by our school values of Respect, Resilience, Curiosity, Achievement, Equality, and Creativity. With access to specialist inputs, sensory resources, and a curriculum tailored to individual needs, you will be part of a team that celebrates inclusion and empowers every child to thrive.

We are seeking an inspiring Resource Base Teacher to design, plan and deliver high‑quality, engaging learning experiences for all pupils. Aspiration is the heart of every lesson, empowering students to build confidence, develop independence, and think ambitiously about their own futures.

Working in our Resource Base offers you:

• A chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of children with SEND
• Opportunities to design imaginative, play-based and sensory-rich learning experience
• Collaboration with skilled colleagues and visiting specialists to enhance provisionA chance to be creative and enrich the curriculum through music, the arts, and wider cultural experience

Our teaching style

In our Resource Base learning is delivered through a flexible blend of whole-class, small group, and 1:1 teaching, ensuring every child’s needs are met in the most effective way. You will lead and direct a dedicated team of Learning Support Assistants, working collaboratively to maximise their skills and expertise. Across the school, we promote the use of specialist and shared spaces, from sensory areas to outdoor learning environments, to motivate, regulate, and inspire pupils. This approach ensures children feel supported, engaged, and ready to learn in contexts that build independence and confidence.

This is a role where your creativity, empathy, and ambition will flourish. You’ll have the freedom to shape learning that sparks curiosity, builds independence, and celebrates every child’s achievement.

Please check the Person Specification for the qualifications that are listed as Essential for this role. You will be required to show these qualifications if you are successful.

Benefits

Support on Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Supportive colleagues and SLT

Eager and motivated students

Excellent Pension Scheme (Teachers & LGPS for support and Shared Services staff)

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking & Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Eye Tests

Career development opportunities within school and across the Trust

Flexible Family Friendly Policies

Note:

Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.