EYFS​/KS1 Teacher

Receptiion/ Y1 Teacher

Location:

London SW7 (Knightsbridge and Pimlico, Central London)

Contract term:
Permanent

Salary:
Competitive, commensurate with experience + pension

Suitable for:
Early career teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers. Phase: EYFS and Primary (KS1). Age range: 5‑6.

Caelum House School is a nurturing specialist provision created by Blue Sky Autism Project. We offer bespoke, play‑based early education and communication support for children aged 3–11. Our classrooms are joyful, child‑led and grounded in evidence‑informed practice, integrating NDBI, SCERTS, PRT, DIR/Floortime and sensory integration strategies.

We are seeking a compassionate, creative teacher to join our team. You will plan and deliver engaging, play‑based learning tailored to each child’s needs, working closely with our multidisciplinary team and partnering with parents through modelling and coaching.

• Design and deliver high‑quality EYFS/KS1 provision with clear, sequenced learning and formative assessment.
• Differentiate for communication, sensory and social needs; embed visual supports and regulation strategies.
• Integrate therapy goals from NDBI, SCERTS, PRT into daily routines and continuous provision.
• Track progress against individual targets and contribute to reviews and reports.
• Create a safe, inclusive, communication‑rich environment that celebrates progress.
• Work in partnership with parents and external professionals.
• Contribute to safeguarding, behaviour and whole‑school development.

• QTS or equivalent with EYFS/KS1 classroom experience.
• Belief in child‑led, play‑based pedagogy and a strengths‑first mindset.
• Experience supporting pupils with communication differences and sensory profiles; autism‑supportive practice desirable.
• Reflective, organised and data‑informed; strong communication and teamwork.
• Committed to safeguarding; PVG or Enhanced DBS (or eligible) and registration with the Update Service required.
• Knowledge of NDBI, SCERTS, PRT, DIR/Floortime or similar early intervention approaches.
• Experience in specialist, ASN or SEND settings.
• Additional training in speech, language and communication needs.

• Small classes with high adult to child ratios and individualised learning.
• Supportive, mission‑led team with multidisciplinary expertise.
• High‑quality CPD and coaching, including access to Play2
  
  Talk programmes.
• Opportunities to contribute to research, outreach and training.
• Family‑friendly policies and consideration for flexible working.

Please apply via email to  with your CV and a brief supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.

Shortlisting is on a rolling basis; early applications are encouraged.

Caelum House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments are subject to satisfactory references and Enhanced DBS checks.