Overview and Responsibilities

Teacher - Aurora Linemere

Location: Backwell, North Somerset

Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: £32,916 - £49,232 (M1 - UPS2)

Start Date: September 2026

Aurora Linemere is opening its doors in Autumn 2026, and we're looking for an experienced Teacher to help make this vision a reality. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly transformative.

Aurora Linemere will be a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school for children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a capacity of 96 students, our vision is to create a safe, enriching and aspirational environment where every learner can thrive.

As Linemere is a new school in the development stage, visits aren't possible at the moment, but if you would like informal chat with our Operations Director; please email our Recruitment Partner:

These teaching posts require specialist teachers in core subjects who have proven experience in meeting the needs of learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This requirement is essential for this specific recruitment cohort to ensure high-quality, inclusive provision for our pupils

The role:

As a Teacher, you'll deliver high-quality teaching and learning for pupils with Autism and associated needs, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed. You'll plan and deliver engaging lessons, set personalised targets, and work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Monitoring progress and reporting to parents, carers, and senior staff.
• Leading on a subject or curriculum area and supporting colleagues.
• Managing and supervising support staff within your classroom.
• Maintaining compliance with safeguarding, equality, and health & safety policies.

Please see the link below for our full job description:

Teacher - Linemere - JD.docx

Skills and Qualifications

About You:

We're looking for someone with:

Essential Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Essential Experience

• Experience working with pupils with SEND, ideally Autism.
• Strong knowledge of the national curriculum up to GCSE level.
• Skilled in planning, assessment, and classroom management.
• Ability to remain calm and positive in a challenging environment.

Desirable

• Postgraduate diploma in Autism or SEN specialism.
• Experience in a special school setting.

Benefits and Additional Information

What's on Offer at Aurora?

We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here's a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you:

Grow with Us - Training & Development

Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.

Save Money on Everyday Essentials

With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further:

• Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more
• Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme

Competitive Pay & Reward

We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You'll enjoy:

• Enhanced Annual Leave
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced Pension
• Life Assurance

24/7 GP Access - For You & Your Household

Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.

UK Health Cash Plan

Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too!

Employee Assistance Programme

Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including:

• Freephone counselling (available 24/7)
• Online tools and resources

Refer a Friend - Earn £1,000!

Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded! ( Terms apply)

How to apply?

For candidates that haven't worked in this sector before please be aware that for regulatory reasons the application process is far more detailed and thorough compared to other sectors.