Teacher of Learning Support Class (Autistic Spectrum Disorder)

Salary: Teachers Pay Scale plus ALN Allowance

Teacher of Learning Support Class (Autistic Spectrum Disorder)

Teacher of Learning Support Class (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) based at Ysgol Afon Wen
(Temporary - Maternity Cover)

Salary: Teachers Pay Scale plus ALN Allowance - £2,838

Hours: 32 ½ Hours Per Week

Start date: 1st January 2027

Access and Inclusion is seeking to appoint an exceptional, self-motivated class teacher to join the secondary Learning Support Class for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) at Ysgol Afon Wen. The class currently supports approximately 12 pupils (Years 7 to 11) and is assisted by two Learner Support Assistants.

We are looking for an enthusiastic practitioner who possesses the knowledge, skills and understanding required to implement effective teaching, learning, assessment and behaviour management strategies. The successful candidate will be committed to achieving positive outcomes and supporting the progress and wellbeing of pupils with autism.

Are you a motivated and innovative professional with a strong commitment to making a difference? Do you have a proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team? If so, we would welcome your application and look forward to hearing how you could contribute to the continued development and success of our pupils.

If you are currently employed by Rhondda Cynon Taff Council, please apply for the position through your employee self-service account and not via the link below. If you have any issues accessing your Employee Self-Service account, please contact iTrent admin team on 01443 680760 or itrentadmin@rctcbc.gov.uk

Should you require further information about the post, please contact Rachel Williams (Learner Support Co-ordinator – Speech Language and Communication) on Rachel.williams3@rctcbc.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 11th September 2026 at Midnight.

PROTECTING 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.