Specialist Teacher to lead Autism Resourced Provision (ASC)

Newtown Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 1JD

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  13 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Pay Range/ Upper Pay
• Additional allowances:

  SEN allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

Newtown C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint knowledgeable and enthusiastic SEN Lead Teacher to work within our Resource Provision (RP) for pupils with Autism and Speech, Language & Communication needs. You will lead the provision for 8-10 pupils who have a range of identified special educational needs – these pupils will require some specialist interventions and also support accessing the mainstream curriculum and classes. The resourced provision team is also supported by learning support assistants. We are a school that is continually moving forward, securing high standards and excellent rates of progress for all our children.

We are looking for skilled teacher with:

• Proven skills of teaching pupils with special educational needs and of delivering a personalised curriculum either in special school or mainstream
• Understanding of teaching EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 children with some successful abilities in coordinating and managing staff
• Knowledge of, or skills in using specialist communication systems e.g. Makaton, PECs etc
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for dealing with children, staff and parents
• A commitment and passion for inclusive education along with the ability to use multiple strategies to maximise achievement and effectively manage a variety of challenging behaviours
• Are you are an ambitious teacher with a clear personal philosophy on education throughout the Primary Stage?
• Do you have a wealth of ideas and good subject knowledge and now seek the setting in which they can make a real impact?
• Are you committed to the highest standards of teaching and learning?
• Are you an outstanding practitioner who is keen to play an instrumental role in the continuing and accelerated improvement of our school?
• Do you believe strongly in providing a quality education to all children and wish to be part of a forward thinking, ambitious school?
• Can you successfully lead a subject and offer guidance to teachers throughout the primary phase?
• Do you have the drive and ambition to further your career?

If yes, then we would be delighted to receive your application for this role.

What the school offers its staff

Seen by Ofsted as a GOOD school, we are eager to quickly progress further and you, as the ideal candidate, will be instrumental in this. Our children demand a charismatic, caring and innovative teacher with a genuine interest in providing a high quality education to all. In addition, we are a GOOD church school (SIAMS 2019), winner of best school 2018 (The News We Can Do It Awards) and we also achieved Outstandingly Happy School Status (2018).

We can offer:

• The opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and supportive team
• A strong, caring ethos
• Children who are eager to learn, who are proud of their school
• Bespoke leadership training for the exceptional candidate
• PPA with your year partner

Our children are highly engaged, keen to learn, enjoy all aspects of school life, are well-mannered and considerate of others. The staff team are positive and dedicated to the learning and welfare of the pupils. Parents and governors are fully supportive and engaged with the school.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Newtown CE Primary School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Newtown Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 361 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Newtown Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School website
• Email address: g.scriven@newtown.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 02392584048
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/newtown-church-of-england-voluntary-controlled-primary-school

Ofsted GOOD 2019 - SIAMS GOOD 2019 - Winner of Best School 2018 ‘The News’ - Happy School award winners 2018

On behalf of Governors, staff and pupils, we would like to welcome you to our wonderful school. We are a popular, vibrant and welcoming school in Gosport, Hampshire. As a Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, we strive to teach and live out Christian principles and to encourage the same in our children. We are a caring community where the contribution of every individual is valued.

We work hard to support the children to achieve high academic standards, but also a love of all things cultural, artistic and sporting, offering many opportunities to learn creatively and explore imaginative ideas. Most importantly to us, children are encouraged to think deeply about their learning. Our staff work as a team, continually reviewing individual progress and exploring new strategies to inspire our young learners.

Our pupils are our top priority. With a strong emphasis on positive attitudes, teamwork and friendship in accordance with a Christian ethos, we aim to provide a successful and memorable educational experience.

Newtown C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The true picture of our school can only be painted in part in words and photographs. The best way to see and understand the school is by paying us a visit, seeing the environment, taking in the atmosphere and meeting us in person.

Arranging a visit to Newtown Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email g.scriven@newtown.hants.sch.uk.

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