SEND Teacher (Specialist Resource Provision)

An exciting position has become available for an experienced and dedicated Teacher to join our Specialist Resource Provision (Kingfisher) at The Vale Academy. A teacher who knows how to enthuse, connect and inspire children to ensure that our pupils’ have the best possible chance to succeed and drive all aspects of the provision forward. We are dedicated to providing an outstanding education to every child. Our lovely pupils, hardworking teachers, and supportive parents create a community that is committed to excellence in all areas of education.

Kingfisher at The Vale Academy is very privileged to accommodate a 10-place Primary ASD ARP (Additional Resource Provision). It has been commissioned by Central Bedfordshire Local Authority to support with the increased number of primary aged children with an EHC plan stating autism as the main special educational need. Although housed in separate buildings the provision is part of the mainstream school and, where appropriate, pupils of the Kingfisher provision join the main school for learning and activities.

The pupils attending the provision follow the national curriculum, and the lessons taught on a daily basis are mirrored to what is being taught in their mainstream classes. Individual timetables are adapted and developed to meet each individual pupil’s need, both social and academic, ensuring a balance of access to mainstream learning with support to develop their other holistic areas of need, within the provision. 

It’s incredibly important to us here at Advantage Schools Trust that all our staff feel valued, listened to, mentored, challenged and given adequate opportunities to develop. As a Multi Academy Trust, we offer exceptional opportunities for professional development to staff in all roles. As a new colleague within the trust, you will be fully supported in your development and role.

We are looking for an innovative, experienced pupil focused teacher who will:

·       Have strong understanding of Autism provision and experience of teaching within a mainstream OR autistic setting.

·       Be an exceptional practitioner

·       Be experienced in working with and deploying LSAs effectively.

·       Have Qualified Teacher Status (ECTs welcome to apply)

·       Have experience of working as part of a high-performing team

·       Have public speaking skills

·       Be an experienced problem-solver

·       Have ability to build and maintain professional relationships with parents and carers

·       Be honest, hard-working, problem solver, calm in a crisis

·       Have ability to relate to Autistic children and their parents/carers

School visits and discussions with the SENCO or Principal are warmly welcomed.

Job Specifics

Start date: September 2026

Salary: AST 1-6 £33,026-£45,776 (dependent on experience). Actual pro rata salary £19,815-£27,465

Job Role: Fixed term one year, Part-Time, 3 days per week (specific days to be discussed)

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline date.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding and welfare of children is paramount and all our staff share this view. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding and child protection checks including with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.