Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.   

Ormiston Queensmill Academy is currently seeking an exceptional Class Teacher to join our highly skilled and dedicated team. Whether you’re an experienced SEN practitioner or an outstanding mainstream teacher eager to specialise, we want to hear from you.

As a Class Teacher, you will lead a small, supportive class team to deliver a bespoke, engaging, and highly differentiated curriculum tailored to the individual needs and interests of each pupil. You will be central to their learning journey — helping them build skills, confidence, and independence.

The role is fixed until  31st August 2026 with potential to become permanent. 

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Qualified Teacher Status (or working towards)
• Experience working with autistic pupils.
• Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and how to adapt for SEND learners.
• A genuine passion for working with neurodiverse children and young people.
• Understanding of autism-specific strategies and emotional regulation practices.
• High expectations for pupil progress and achievements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and ICT skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusion.

Desirable:

• Experience in a special school or specialist provision.
• Familiarity with SCERTS, TEACCH, Zones of Regulation, or other autism specific approaches.
• Ability to manage complex dysregulation with empathy and resilience.
• Experience supporting and mentoring other staff.

Ormiston Queensmill Academy (OQA) is a purpose-built, well-established autism-specific school that provides high-quality education to a diverse cohort of autistic children and young people. We go beyond the traditional classroom, placing equal value on academic progress, social communication, and emotional regulation.

OQA is a fun place to work, where happiness and wellbeing is an absolute priority for both our young people and staff team. We offer a unique, low-arousal, autism-friendly environment, enhanced by a multidisciplinary team including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and external professionals and we are looking for individuals who are flexible, empathetic, creative, resilient and eager to learn.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?  

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.  

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning. 

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys… 

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive 
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve 
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

For further information about the role please consult the job description attached or to arrange an informal conversation please contact Neeta Singh, Deputy Head, via email to Neeta.Singh@oqma.co.uk

To apply for the role please submit an application form via the link above by 9am on Monday, 9th February 2026 and please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Ormiston Queensmill Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Flexible working opportunities will be considered.   

 All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.  

 The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974  

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