The Athelstan Trust is a successful and growing Multi-Academy Trust consisting of six secondary schools and four primary schools in Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, and South Gloucestershire. We currently employ over 880 people and educate 6,100 pupils and plan to expand further over the coming years.

Charter Primary School are seeking a motivated, skilled and resilient Class Teacher with SEN experience in supporting children across primary age with social, communication and interaction difficulties, including pre-verbal children, to work within our Resource Base. This is a permanent, full time position to commence on 1st September 2026. An earlier start date would be considered for the right candidate, if available.

Our Resource Base has two classes and the range of pupils includes Reception to Year 6, supporting children from induction into school to the transition to secondary school. Working closely with the Resource Base Manager and SENCo, the successful candidate will promote inclusive and adaptable teaching and learning strategies which follow a tailored curriculum that supports the development of the whole child. You will be involved with the ongoing development of inclusive provision across the school and will deliver high-quality teaching, track and monitor progress and contribute to annual review paperwork.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continuing development of our school and will suit an experienced teacher with excellent SEND knowledge and skills. We are looking for a vibrant and imaginative candidate with the ability to design creative lessons and activities that incorporate sensory needs and the child’s academic level, building on communication, social and life skills. We are open to experience in any subject leadership area. ECT’s are also welcome to apply for this opportunity to gain invaluable experience. 

If you choose to join the Charter team, we can offer:

• A commitment to developing the talents and skills of all our staff
• A caring, enthusiastic and friendly team of staff
• Supportive parents, colleagues, leaders, local governors and Trust leaders
• The opportunity to work collaboratively within The Athelstan Trust
• A positive ethos underpinned by shared values
• A modern setting with spacious indoor and outdoor areas
• Employee assistance programme
• Automatic enrolment to the teacher or local government pension schemes
• Cycle to Work scheme

Applications will be considered as they are received; we reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.

The Athelstan Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check along with standard preemployment safeguarding checks. As the role includes working with children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must, therefore, disclose all spent and unspent convictions. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates before interview. Please also be aware that you will be subject to an online check and that you may be questioned about the findings of such a check at your interview.

We are a flexible working employer, and we are willing to make any reasonable adjustments you require during your interview so please ask us.