Primary Teacher - Part Time

Milk Education; St Helens; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education provider is looking for a qualified Primary Teacher in St Helens, England. The role involves delivering personalized education to young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and learning disabilities in a nurturing environment. Responsibilities include adapting teaching methods to individual needs and supporting emotional and social development. Ideal candidates will have QTS and experience or desire to work with young people with complex needs. Competitive pay and excellent support are provided.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay

Educator Wellbeing Guide

School Preparation Pack

FREE PSHE Lesson Plans

2 FREE CPD courses

24/7 access to a personal consultant

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Experience with ASD or learning disabilities preferred.
• Ability to adapt teaching to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised learning plans for young people.
• Teach core subjects using creative methods.
• Support communication and emotional development.

Skills

Creativity

Patience

Emotional resilience

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Primary teacher

Are you a qualified teacher with a passion for transforming the lives of young people with additional needs? This specialist residential children’s home in Knowsley is seeking a dedicated, creative, and resilient teacher to deliver personalised education to a small group of young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or learning disabilities.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a nurturing, highly individualised environment where your teaching genuinely shapes a young person’s world.

About the Setting

• A robust matching process ensuring a positive, stable group dynamic
• Ongoing group living assessments to maintain a harmonious, supportive environment
• A personalised, therapeutic approach that promotes emotional, social, and intellectual development
• A nurturing, structured atmosphere where young people feel safe, understood, and able to thrive

The Role

• Deliver highly personalised learning plans aligned with each young person’s EHCP
• Teach core subjects and functional skills through creative, accessible approaches
• Work closely with the care team, therapists, and external professionals
• Support communication development, emotional regulation, and independence skills
• Adapt your teaching to meet sensory, behavioural, and cognitive needs
• Celebrate progress in all its forms — academic, social, and personal

What We’re Looking For

• QTS is essential
• Experience with ASD, learning disabilities, or complex needs (or a strong desire to develop this)
• A reflective, child-centred approach
• Creativity, patience, and emotional resilience
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to adapt teaching to individual needs and learning styles

Benefits to YOU

• Fast‑registration process
• Excellent rates of pay
• Educator Wellbeing Guide
• School Preparation Pack
• FREE PSHE Lesson Plans designed by real teachers
• 2 FREE CPD courses when you register with us
• 24/7 access to your personal consultant

Milk Education is a purpose‑driven teaching supply agency, focused on putting educators first. We’re committed to finding high‑quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.K.