Class Teacher - ASC Resource Base - Kingsway Primary Academy

The Role

To deliver high-quality teaching and learning for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) within the school’s primary Resource Provision.

The class teacher will be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating an ambitious, inclusive curriculum that meets individual needs and promotes positive outcomes in learning, communication, behaviour, independence and personal development.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons for pupils with ASC, adapting teaching to meet individual needs identified through assessment, EHCPs and professional advice.
• Create a calm, structured and engaging learning environment that supports communication, interaction, independence and positive behaviour.
• Use evidence-informed approaches, including visual supports, structured teaching, total communication strategies and sensory-informed practice.
• Set high expectations for all pupils and promote progress across academic, social, emotional and life-skills development.

Curriculum, Planning and Assessment

• Plan a broad, balanced and appropriately sequenced curriculum that is ambitious and personalised for pupils within the Resource Provision.
• Assess pupils’ progress regularly and use this information to adapt teaching, provision and interventions.
• Maintain accurate records of attainment, progress and pastoral development, including evidence linked to EHCP outcomes.
• Contribute to annual reviews, reports, pupil profiles and transition planning.

Inclusion and SEND

• Work closely with the SENCo, support staff, therapists and external agencies to ensure pupils receive coherent and effective provision.
• Identify and remove barriers to learning through adaptive teaching, targeted support and appropriate use of specialist strategies.
• Support pupils to develop self-regulation, communication and independence through consistent routines and personalised approaches.
• Promote inclusion and, where appropriate, facilitate successful access to mainstream learning and wider school life.

Leadership, Teamwork and Collaboration

• Lead and direct teaching assistants working within the class or provision to ensure support is purposeful, consistent and effective.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers to build strong partnerships that support pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Participate fully in staff meetings, training and continuing professional development, including SEND and ASC-specific practice.
• Contribute positively to the wider ethos, values and improvement priorities of the school.

Safeguarding and Welfare

• Uphold the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy at all times.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.
• Promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of all pupils and respond appropriately to any safeguarding or welfare concerns.

Kingsway Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Application forms can be downloaded from the school website. Please contact the school office (kingsway.office@wpat.uk)

Key dates and Information

Application deadline: midday on 23 November

Interviews: 26/27 November (provisional dates)

Start date: February 2027 (or sooner if candidate is available to)

Grade/Salary: Teachers’ Pay Scale M1 scale to UPS 3 with SEN point

Contract Type: Permanent