ABC Teachers is seeking a vocational/Life Skills Practitioner (Non-Qualified Teaching Role) to work in an SEN School in Leamington Spa on a full-time permanent basis, supporting and educating students aged 11–19 with Autism.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual with SEN experience helping young people develop in line with their academic and pastoral targets.
About the role:
Deliver engaging group sessions focused on vocational and life skills.
Working from a purpose-designed base created for a small cohort of students.
Contribute to a warm, “homely” environment that supports emotional engagement and trust-building.
Play a key role in nurturing students and providing them with a personalised, supportive education experience.
About the school:
An independent special school located in the heart of Warwickshire, who provide a specialised educational environment for young people aged 11 to 19 with AutismSpectrum Disorder (ASD), all of whom have an Education, Health, and Care (EHC) plans.
A safe, secure, learning environment, with a strong focus on outdoor education and relationship-based support.
An outdoor learning centre, offering a unique, nurturing setting where students can thrive through a blend of structured academic, vocational, and therapeutic learning opportunities which promotes independence, resilience, and lifelong skills, equipping students to make a positive and meaningful contribution to society.
Ther school’s mission is to unlock every learner’s potential by providing a nurturing, inclusive, and aspirational education that supports students to lead fulfilling, independent lives.
About you:
Proven experience working with children and young people with Autism, including those with complex needs.
Ability to teach ICT & Computing effectively to students across a wide range of ages and abilities.
A deep and practical understanding of Autism, ideally supported by Autism Education Level 1 or Level 2 training.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both students and colleagues.
Desirable skills/experience
HLTA qualification
Competent in administering first aid.
Experience of teaching in a variety of educational settings.
A History of working with children who are disengaged with education .
ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
About ABC Teachers
ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. We have branches across the country, and
What ABC Teachers offer
As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive:
Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
How to apply
If you are a Non-qualified Vocational Coach who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.
Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers, please contact our SEND team on (phone number removed).
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