Play-Based EYFS/KS1 Teacher (Autism Support)

ISC group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Flexible working

Job summary

Caelum House School is a nurturing specialist provision created by Blue Sky Autism Project. We offer bespoke, play-based early education and communication support for children aged 3–11, with classrooms that are joyful, child-led and grounded in evidence-informed practice.

We are seeking a compassionate, creative teacher to deliver engaging learning, tailor-made to each child’s needs, and to collaborate with our multidisciplinary team and families through modelling and coaching.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent with EYFS/ KS1 classroom experience.
• Belief in child-led, play-based pedagogy and a strengths-first mindset.
• Experience supporting pupils with communication differences and sensory profiles; autism-supportive practice desirable.
• Reflective, organised and data-informed; strong communication and teamwork.
• Committed to safeguarding; PVG or Enhanced DBS (or eligible) and Update Service required.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-quality EYFS/ KS1 provision with clear, sequenced learning and formative assessment.
• Differentiate for communication, sensory and social needs; embed visual supports and regulation strategies.
• Integrate therapy goals from NDBI, SCERTS, PRT into daily routines and continuous provision.
• Track progress against individual targets and contribute to reviews and reports.
• Create a safe, inclusive, communication-rich environment that celebrates progress.
• Work in partnership with parents and external professionals.
• Contribute to safeguarding, behaviour and whole-school development.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding readiness

DBS / PVG eligibility

Education

QTS or equivalent (EYFS/KS1)

Job description

Caelum House School is a nurturing specialist provision created by Blue Sky Autism Project. We offer bespoke, play-based early education and communication support for children aged 3–11, with classrooms that are joyful, child-led and grounded in evidence-informed practice.

We are seeking a compassionate, creative teacher to deliver engaging learning, tailor-made to each child’s needs, and to collaborate with our multidisciplinary team and families through modelling and coaching.