Description:Teacher of the Learning Support Class (Autistic Spectrum Disorder)based at Porth Community SchoolTerm time 32.5 hours, permanentMPS plus ALN AllowanceStart date: as soon as possibleRhondda Cynon Taf Access and Inclusion Service are looking to appoint an outstanding, self-motivated class teacher to work in the Learning Support Class for pupils with autistic spectrum disorder based at Porth Community School. The pupils in the class are 7-11 years old.The successful candidate will be an experienced and energetic practitioner with the knowledge, skills and understanding of a range of teaching, learning, assessment and behaviour management strategies to make a positive impact on the progress of pupils with autism.Are you a highly motivated, innovative person with enthusiasm and commitment? Do you have a proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team? We would like to hear from you if you could make a positive contribution to the development of our pupils.The closing date for applications is 12th September 2025PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.Safeguarding Statement:Porth County Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
