We are recruiting on behalf of a primary school with a specialist Year 5/6 Autism Resource Provision (ARP) class supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This class has a small group size of up to 7 students and is supported by 2 experienced teaching assistants. This role is ideal for a teacher who is consistent, compassionate, and committed to providing a supportive learning environment for students with additional needs.Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, tailored lessons to meet the unique needs of students with autism and SEMH, creating a calm and structured learning environment.
• Collaborate closely with 2 teaching assistants to provide consistent and targeted support for each student.
• Implement and adapt individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies as needed.
• Foster social, emotional, and academic development, using a range of techniques to help students build confidence and independence.
• Attend training provided in CPI Safety Intervention, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all students.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in SEND or ARP settings (preferable).
• Experience working with students with autism and SEMH needs at the primary level.
• Strong behaviour management skills, with an empathetic, calm, and consistent approach.
• Ability to commit fully through to the end of the academic year, ensuring continuity for students.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, working collaboratively with TAs and other staff.

Why Horizon Teachers?

• We have been helping teachers/TAs find work since 2008
• After 12 weeks we will pay you the permanent equivalent of the job
• We offer free Safeguarding Training for all our staff
• In our team we have a collective experience of working with schools for over 80 years!
• We are currently having our busiest year & placing more staff than ever before!
• Easy registration process via online link and a video consultation

Horizon teachers is a really good agency to work for. It gives you the opportunity to widen your experience in childcare. All the staff are friendly, efficient, and supportive. 5 Star Google ReviewHorizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. Horizon Teachers. Enhancing Children's Education.