Teacher

Western Learning Federation Ty Gwyn School; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated TEACHER for Additional Learning Needs. This permanent, full-time role will involve delivering tailored curriculum for pupils aged 3-19 with autism and complex needs. The school emphasizes a high-quality, inclusive ethos and offers a comprehensive induction and mentoring program. Ideal candidates should have QE or EA qualification and a commitment to safeguarding. Welsh knowledge is beneficial. Start date: April 2025.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and mentoring programme

Professional learning across the federation

Welsh speaking opportunities

Qualifications

• QE or EA qualification; experience in ALN or special education desirable but not essential.
• Welsh knowledge helpful.
• Registration with Education Workforce Council (EWC) or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• DSB Enhanced check and commitment to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum for pupils aged 3-19 with autism and complex needs, supporting ALN.
• Plan, assess and adapt lessons to individual learning profiles.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, families, and external agencies.
• Implement safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Skills

Experience in ALN or special education

Welsh knowledge

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

QE or EA qualification

Registration with Education Workforce Council (EWC)

Job description

Job Title

TEACHER – Additional Learning Needs

Contract & Salary

Permanent
Full‑time, £MPS / UPS
Hours: FTE

Location & Start

Ty Gwyn School, Cardiff – 3‑19 Years, autism & complex needs
Start: April 2025 – September 2026

About Ty Gwyn

Specialist school in the Western Learning Federation. High‑quality, inclusive ethos recognised by Investors in People platinum award. Dedicated induction, mentoring and professional learning programme.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum for pupils aged 3‑19 with autism and complex needs, supporting ALN.
• Plan, assess and adapt lessons to individual learning profiles.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team, families and external agencies.
• Implement safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• QE or EA qualification; experience in ALN or special education desirable but not essential.
• Welsh knowledge helpful.
• Registration with Education Workforce Council (EWC) or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• DSB Enhanced check and commitment to safeguarding.

Benefits & Support

• Comprehensive induction and mentoring programme.
• Professional learning across the federation.
• Welsh speaking opportunities.

Application Dates

Closing date: 15 Jan 2026
Shortlist date: 19 Jan 2026
Interview: 26 Jan 2026

Equality & Diversity

• Aged under 25
• Not in employment, education or training
• From local communities, including disabled individuals, carers, BAME and LGBT+.
• Welsh fluency