Teacher - Part time

Autism Anglia; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional charity for autism is seeking an experienced Teacher to provide quality education and care in Colchester. You will work with children with autism, ensuring compliance with educational standards and promoting a nurturing environment. The role offers 25 hours over 3 days a week, with competitive salary based on experience, reflecting the Critical need for support in special education. Join a dedicated team focused on making a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

Benefits

Staff wellbeing programmes

Mental health support

Free counselling service

Comprehensive training and supervision

Free on-site parking

Exclusive discounts with major retailers

24/7 access to a GP

Life cover

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with autism or learning disabilities in an educational setting.
• Proven knowledge of special educational needs (S.E.N.) and working with children with early communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet the Teachers' Standards for teacher conduct and practice.
• Work within the policies and guidance of Doucecroft School.
• Provide top quality education and care for pupils with autism.
• Deliver engaging learning activities tailored to each learner.
• Develop pupils' personal and social skills.
• Manage the day-to-day organization of the classroom.

Skills

Patience

Enthusiasm

Passion for supporting young people

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Undergraduate degree

Qualification/training in special education

Job description

Responsibilities

• To meet the Teachers' Standards which set the minimum requirements for a teacher's conduct and practice.
• To work within the policies and guidance of Doucecroft School, as an effective and motivational professional who is ambitious for the learners and therefore challenges and supports staff and pupils to achieve their best.
• Provision of top quality education and care for pupils, who have autism.
• Delivering irresistible learning to engage learners in appropriate tasks and activities, for each learner within the school's agreed curriculum.
• Development of pupils' personal and social skills to help them manage their everyday lives.
• Challenge for our young people in a safe and nurturing environment.
• To ensure working with all areas of the school's multidisciplinary team.
• To be responsible for the day-to-day organisation and management of the classroom (which includes the learners, the staff, and the physical environment). This will include working with learners at lunchtime and supervising break times.
• To adhere to the autism accreditation framework, ensuring appropriate support is embedded for each learner.
• To comply with and promote to others the policies and procedures relating to the school, specifically those relating to child protection, safeguarding, health and safety, security, confidentiality, and data protection.

Qualifications

• Are currently working at Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have previously undertaken an undergraduate degree.
• Previous experience, or qualification/training in special education.
• Proven knowledge of S.E.N. and working with children with early communication skills.
• Relevant experience working with students with autism or learning disabilities in an educational setting.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for supporting young people.

Position Details

Subject to experience, M1-M6 plus SEN allowance, hours 25 hours per week, 3 days per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only) plus 3 training days during school holidays.

About Doucecroft School

Doucecroft School is a specialist co‑educational school for children and young people with autism and additional complex needs, age 3‑19 years. Established in 1973, we are experienced and successful in meeting the needs of students with wide‑ranging strengths and needs, providing a nurturing environment where students are able to thrive and grow in independence and self‑esteem. Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy are provided on‑site by our experienced therapy team. Doucecroft School is part of Autism Anglia, a regional charity working with children, adults and families affected by autism. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Benefits and Support

• Staff wellbeing programmes and mental health support.
• Free counselling service.
• Comprehensive training and supervision.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Exclusive discounts with major retailers, restaurants & more via the Blue Light Card.
• A supportive and accessible leadership team, always available for guidance and assistance.
• 24/7 access to a GP.
• Bereavement counselling.
• Probate helpline.
• Staff dental support.
• Life cover.
• Independent financial advice.