Sen Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a qualified Primary Teacher for a specialist ALN school in Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT). You will deliver engaging lessons for pupils aged 3 to 19 with Autism/ASD and complex learning needs, focusing on sensory learning and play-based approaches.

This full-time, long-term temporary role requires QTS, ALN experience, and strong classroom management to provide PPA cover across age groups. Immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• QTS is required; NQTs welcome.
• Experience in primary or specialist ALN settings.
• Experience supporting children with Autism/ASD and complex needs.
• Strong understanding of sensory learning, play-based and differentiated approaches.

Responsibilities

• Provide PPA cover across different classes and age groups.
• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with ASD.
• Maintain a positive, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with school staff and adapt to pupils' learning needs.

Skills

QTS

ALN experience

Autism/ASD support

Sensory & play-based teaching

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you a qualified Primary Teacher with experience supporting children and young people with Autism / ASD and complex additional learning needs?

Do you have a passion for delivering engaging lessons through sensory learning and play-based activities?

Are you a patient, adaptable and enthusiastic Primary Teacher who can confidently provide PPA cover across different age groups?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist ALN school based in Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT), supporting pupils aged 3 to 19 with Autism / ASD and complex additional learning needs. The school provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment, with a strong focus on sensory learning, learning through play and helping pupils develop their communication, independence and personal skills.

The school is looking to take on a dedicated Primary Teacher on a full-time, long-term temporary basis, with an immediate start. The successful Primary Teacher will provide PPA cover across different classes and age groups, delivering engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with ASD and complex needs, whilst maintaining a positive and structured learning environment.

The successful Primary Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status / QTS (NQTs are welcome to apply)
• Experience teaching within a primary school or specialist ALN setting
• Experience supporting children and young people with Autism / ASD and complex additional learning needs
• A strong understanding of sensory learning, play-based teaching and differentiated learning approaches
• Excellent classroom management skills and the confidence to deliver PPA cover across different classes
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with a range of learning needs

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme: Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply
• Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.