Teacher, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

About the Role

Teacher (12‑Month Fixed Term – Maternity Cover) – Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week, term‑time only. Fixed Term: 12 months. Salary: £21,501 – £38,628 per annum. This role provides maternity cover at Birchwood School, Cardiff.

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons aligned to individual learning needs.
• Create a calm, structured, and supportive classroom environment.
• Use positive behaviour support strategies in line with school policies.
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and parents/carers.
• Support pupils’ wellbeing, including personal care where required.
• Lead, coach, and support Learning Support Assistants to ensure high‑quality classroom practice.
• Promote safeguarding, equality and inclusion at all times.

• GCSEs (A*–C or equivalent), including English and Maths.
• A child‑centred approach and passion for inclusive education.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to support complex needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Experience supporting or leading others in a classroom environment.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience working with pupils with Autism, SEMH or additional learning needs.
• Confidence working within a multidisciplinary team.
• A creative, flexible and reflective approach to teaching and learning.
• Experience coaching or mentoring support staff.

• Part of an expanding school with opportunities to contribute to new provision.
• Small class sizes with high levels of support.
• A welcoming, supportive and values‑led school culture.
• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.
• Term‑time only working to support work‑life balance.
• The chance to make a genuine, lasting difference every day.

Regulated activity with children. Requires an Enhanced DBS Check, including a Barred List Check. Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) is essential.