Teacher Maternity Cover

Package Description: To protect our autistic pupils and young adults within the National Autistic Society, all employees will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks. 

Join Us as a Teacher 

At the National Autistic Society, we offer many services to support autistic children and young people. We work to improve education, care, and experiences so they can reach their full potential. 

About the School 
The purpose of our school is to help prepare young people to make a successful transition into adulthood with the confidence and the necessary skills to live as independently as possible and participate in their local community. Our aim is to enable pupils to be the best version of themselves by providing timely support within a safe and engaging learning environment whilst conveying our core values.   

About the Role 

As a Class Teacher, you’ll be responsible for delivering high‑quality teaching and learning to pupils with autism, ensuring progress against individual EHCP outcomes. You’ll plan and deliver an engaging, personalised curriculum, lead your classroom team, and work closely with families and professionals to support each pupil’s development and wellbeing.

What You’ll Do 

 Plan, deliver, and assess a broad, balanced, and individualised curriculum that meets statutory requirements and EHCP objectives.

Lead and manage the classroom environment, including supporting and guiding class staff to deliver consistent, high‑quality practice.

Work collaboratively with parents, therapists, and professionals to monitor progress, report outcomes, and support pupil development.

What We’re Looking For 

 A qualified teacher with QTS/QTLS (or equivalent) and experience teaching children or young people, ideally within SEN or autism settings.

Strong classroom leadership skills, with the ability to create a structured, supportive, and safe learning environment.

A committed, resilient professional who shares our values and is motivated to make a meaningful difference to pupils’ lives.

This advert is for a full-time fixed-term role, at 35 hours per week.

What we can offer you 

Pension – Auto-enrolled pension scheme.  

Training – Great induction and training, including autism training.  

Discounts – Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple).  

Healthcare – Cash plan for permanent staff.  

Life Assurance – 2x your base salary.  

Flexible Benefits – Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension.  

Support – 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling.  

Mindfulness – Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends.  

Blue Light Card – Eligibility for discounts.  

About our application process 

When you write your supporting statement:  

Look at the job description and person specification. 

Tell us how your skills and experience match the role. 

Give examples if you can. 

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from autistic people.  

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme.   

Please click to view the safeguarding policy and please click to view the policy and procedure for employment of ex-offenders.  

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. 

Important Information 

Agencies need not apply. 

Please note the National Autistic Society are unable to provide sponsorship for Visas