Teacher, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

Full-Time | Term Time Only | Permanent

£30,596 - £46,595 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Summergil School, Presteigne

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Teacher

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking for a role where you can truly change lives?

At Summergil School
, we’re proud to provide a nurturing, specialist learning environment where children and young people are supported to overcome barriers, develop confidence and achieve their full potential. As our school continues to grow, we’re excited to welcome a Qualified Teacher to join our caring and committed team.

This is more than a teaching role. It’s an opportunity to inspire, encourage and empower young people while being part of a school community that values collaboration, compassion and individuality.

Part of Orbis Education & Care
, Summergil School specialises in supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions, social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), and additional learning needs.

We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed. Through a combination of specialist education, therapeutic support and strong relationships, we help our pupils build the skills, confidence and resilience they need to thrive both in school and beyond.

• Small class sizes that allow you to build meaningful relationships with pupils.
• A supportive and collaborative team that genuinely cares about making a difference.
• Access to specialist therapeutic and multidisciplinary support.
• Ongoing training, professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A positive and inclusive working environment where your contribution is valued.
• Term-time only working to support a healthy work-life balance.
• The opportunity to see the real impact of your work every single day.

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons that meet the needs of individual learners.
• Adapt teaching strategies, resources and activities to support a range of learning needs.
• Create a safe, positive and structured classroom environment where pupils can flourish.
• Use positive behaviour support approaches to encourage engagement and achievement.
• Monitor, assess and celebrate pupil progress.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, therapists, families and external professionals.
• Support pupils' emotional wellbeing, personal development and independence.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (or willingness to obtain this).
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• A genuine passion for inclusive education and supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Strong communication, organisational and classroom management skills.
• The ability to adapt learning and teaching approaches to meet diverse needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• Experience working with pupils with Autism, SEMH needs or additional learning needs.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A creative, flexible and reflective approach to teaching and learning.

Summergil School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role involves regulated activity and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, including Children's Barred List clearance, alongside satisfactory references and all relevant safeguarding checks.

Orbis Education & Care is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.