Teacher, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

Job Title

TEACHER – Additional Learning Needs

Permanent
Full‑time, £MPS / UPS

Hours:

FTE

Ty Gwyn School, Cardiff – 3‑19 Years, autism & complex needs
Start:
April 2025 – September 2026

Specialist school in the Western Learning Federation. High‑quality, inclusive ethos recognised by Investors in People platinum award. Dedicated induction, mentoring and professional learning programme.

• Deliver curriculum for pupils aged 3‑19 with autism and complex needs, supporting ALN.
• Plan, assess and adapt lessons to individual learning profiles.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team, families and external agencies.
• Implement safeguarding and child protection procedures.

• QE or EA qualification; experience in ALN or special education desirable but not essential.
• Welsh knowledge helpful.
• Registration with Education Workforce Council (EWC) or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• DSB Enhanced check and commitment to safeguarding.

• Comprehensive induction and mentoring programme.
• Professional learning across the federation.
• Welsh speaking opportunities.

Closing date: 15 Jan 2026
Shortlist date: 19 Jan 2026
Interview: 26 Jan 2026

• Aged under 25
• Not in employment, education or training
• From local communities, including disabled individuals, carers, BAME and LGBT+.
• Welsh fluency