Package Description: To protect our autistic pupils and young adults within the National Autistic Society, all employees will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks.
Join Us as Teacher
At the National Autistic Society, we provide services that support autistic children and young people. We are looking for teachers who value more than test scores. We recognise progress through confidence, wellbeing, positive relationships, and small but meaningful achievements.
We believe learning works best when children feel safe, understood, and respected.
Building trust and connection comes before delivering lessons.
About the School
Radlett Lodge School is a specialist school for autistic children with learning difficulties. We have smaller class sizes (typically 5-8 pupils) helping to build important relationships.
We provide a calm, supportive, and structured environment. We use creative and flexible approaches to teaching and care.
We believe that every child can make progress in ways that are right for them. Each day may look different. Every day is important, and every child matters.
About the Role
We are looking for teachers who are patient, caring, and committed to inclusive education.
The role is suitable for someone who:
Adapts lessons to meet different learning needs
Recognises and values progress of all sizes
Understands that behaviour is a form of communication
Creates a classroom that is structured, calm, and supportive
Works well as part of a respectful, supportive and inclusive team
We welcome both experienced SEN teachers and educators who want to specialise in this area.
We provide training, guidance, and ongoing support throughout your role.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a teacher who meets the following criteria:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS required)
Has teaching experience at any stage (Primary, Secondary, or Post‑16)
Has experience of, or a strong interest in, SEN, autism, or learning difficulties
Is positive, kind, and resilient, and can remain calm and flexible when plans change
Believes that every child deserves to be understood and to receive high‑quality teaching that builds on their strengths and meets their individual needs
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who genuinely cares about children and young people and brings empathy, commitment, and consistency to their work every day.
This advert is for a full-time fixed-term role, at 35 hours per week.
What we can offer you
Pension – Auto-enrolled pension scheme.
Training – Great induction and training, including autism training.
Discounts – Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple).
Healthcare – Cash plan for permanent staff.
Life Assurance – 2x your base salary.
Flexible Benefits – Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension.
Support – 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling.
Mindfulness – Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends.
Blue Light Card – Eligibility for discounts.
About our application process
When you write your supporting statement:
Look at the job description and person specification.
Tell us how your skills and experience match the role.
Give examples if you can.
Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from autistic people.
The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme.
Please click to view the safeguarding policy and please click to view the policy and procedure for employment of ex-offenders.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Important Information
Agencies need not apply.
Please note the National Autistic Society are unable to provide sponsorship for Visas.
The National Autistic Society may use artificial intelligence (AI) to assist our recruitment team with reviewing applications for this role. All application decisions are made by people and are not determined automatically by AI