SEN Teacher (Autism)

KS3 Class Teacher – New Specialist Provision 

Location: Near Andover, Hampshire, Grateley Village
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Permanent | Full Time | 8:30am – 5:00pm
Salary: Competitive – pay scale considered based on experience and qualifications

An Exciting Opportunity to Shape a New Specialist Provision

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, compassionate and committed KS3 Class Teacher to join a newly established specialist provision at a well established school near Andover, Hampshire. This full-time position will commence in January 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher seeking a fresh challenge in a setting that places relationships, wellbeing and individualised learning at the heart of everything it does. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing this new provision, supporting pupils with autism spectrum condition (ASC) and associated learning differences.

About the School

Situated in a peaceful, rural location surrounded by Hampshire countryside, the school provides a calm, spacious and well-resourced environment that promotes both learning and emotional wellbeing.

This new KS3 class has been created for pupils who are of secondary age but working at an upper primary academic level. The curriculum is tailored to each learner, offering the right balance of support, structure and challenge to promote engagement and progress.

Class sizes are small, typically comprising six to eight pupils, supported by experienced teaching assistants and a strong therapeutic and pastoral team. The provision benefits from a close-knit, multidisciplinary approach, ensuring pupils’ academic, social and emotional needs are met in a joined-up and holistic way.

The Role

As Class Teacher, you will:

• Lead a small KS3 class, delivering a broad and balanced curriculum adapted to individual needs.

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons that build on upper primary knowledge and skills.

• Create a positive, structured classroom environment that supports emotional regulation and consistency.

• Collaborate with teaching assistants, therapists and pastoral staff to plan targeted interventions and differentiated learning.

• Contribute to the assessment, planning and review of pupils’ EHCP outcomes.

• Liaise effectively with families and external professionals to ensure consistent support.

• Play an active role in shaping and developing this new provision as part of the wider school community.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – applicants from both primary and secondary backgrounds are welcome.

• Experience of working with children or young people with SEN/SEMH needs is desirable (training and support are provided).

• A calm, reflective and consistent approach to teaching and behaviour support.

• Confidence in adapting teaching to meet a range of individual learning needs.

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Commitment to working full time in line with the school’s extended day model (8:30am to 5:00pm).

Why Join?

• Be part of a new and forward-thinking KS3 provision within an established and supportive school.

• Work in a beautiful, rural setting that enhances pupil wellbeing and engagement.

• Enjoy small class sizes and the opportunity to focus on meaningful, high-quality teaching.

• Join a values-led, inclusive team dedicated to therapeutic education and pupil-centred practice.

• Access ongoing professional development and specialist training opportunities.

• Benefit from supportive leadership with a clear vision for inclusive, nurturing education.

Next Steps

Initial interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams, followed by an invitation to visit the school and meet the team.

If you are an enthusiastic and reflective teacher who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please submit your up-to-date CV.