About this role
Part Time, Permanent
3 Days per week
Qualified Teachers Pay Scale
Start Date: September 2026
Bridgwater College Academy is looking for a SEND teacher to work within their specialist autism resource centre from 1st September 2026. The Polden Centre is a vibrant and creative specialist ASC provision, aiming to prepare and enable students to succeed in mainstream secondary provision. We are keen to employ an enthusiastic, flexible and inclusive practitioner as part of the team.
Primary experienced colleagues, as well as secondary, are encouraged to apply for this position. Previous experience in a specialist provision is not essential, but an interest in developing skills that enhance inclusivity, is.
As a special educational needs (SEND) teacher you will plan and deliver personalised curriculums to ensure students reach their full potential, with support from mainstream teaching staff. The students in the Polden Centre all have EHCPs with a diagnosis of autism or social communication and sensory needs. You will benefit from the support of a very experienced team, so this is an opportunity to diversify into an inclusive SEND environment, or enhance skills already gained within SEND.
About the Role
The successful candidate will:
hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
be committed to inclusion and enthusiastic about working with students with SEND
have the skills to work collaboratively within a team
be able to build positive relationships with students and parents
be highly motivated and willing to embrace or bring new ideas to the Centre
be committed to developing their own skills
understand how to adapt lessons, manage behaviour positively and meet a range of learning needs.
be reflective, enthusiastic and committed to professional development
Why join us?
When you join BCA, you join a forward-thinking academy that values its staff as its greatest strength. We know that when teachers are supported, trusted, and inspired, amazing things happen in classrooms.
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