Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 2 weeks ago
About The Role
Teacher (12‑Month Fixed Term – Maternity Cover)
Birchwood School, Cardiff Full-Time – 37.5 hours per week | Term Time Only | Fixed Term (12 months) Salary: £21,501 – £38,628 per annum
Join Birchwood School During an Exciting Period of Growth
Birchwood School is entering a new phase of development, and we are pleased to offer a 12‑month fixed‑term opportunity for a Teacher to join our dedicated team in Cardiff. This maternity cover role is ideal for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact within a specialist setting while contributing to the continued expansion of our provision.
Birchwood School, part of Orbis Education & Care, supports children and young people with Autism, social, emotional and mental health needs, and complex barriers to learning. Our therapeutic, nurturing environment enables pupils to feel safe, understood and empowered — and our staff are central to making that happen.
About The Role
As a Teacher at Birchwood School, you will deliver engaging, personalised learning experiences tailored to each pupil’s individual needs. You will work collaboratively with therapists, care staff, families and a skilled team of Learning Support Assistants to create a positive, inclusive and structured learning environment.
A key part of this role includes managing, coaching and developing a team of Learning Support Assistants, ensuring they are confident, supported and effective in their practice.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
What We’re Looking For
If you’re a teacher looking for a rewarding fixed‑term opportunity within a specialist school — where your impact truly matters — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your teaching career at Birchwood School, Cardiff.
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Teacher (12‑Month Fixed Term – Maternity Cover)
Birchwood School, Cardiff Full-Time – 37.5 hours per week | Term Time Only | Fixed Term (12 months) Salary: £21,501 – £38,628 per annum
Join Birchwood School During an Exciting Period of Growth
Birchwood School is entering a new phase of development, and we are pleased to offer a 12‑month fixed‑term opportunity for a Teacher to join our dedicated team in Cardiff. This maternity cover role is ideal for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact within a specialist setting while contributing to the continued expansion of our provision.
Birchwood School, part of Orbis Education & Care, supports children and young people with Autism, social, emotional and mental health needs, and complex barriers to learning. Our therapeutic, nurturing environment enables pupils to feel safe, understood and empowered — and our staff are central to making that happen.
About The Role
As a Teacher at Birchwood School, you will deliver engaging, personalised learning experiences tailored to each pupil’s individual needs. You will work collaboratively with therapists, care staff, families and a skilled team of Learning Support Assistants to create a positive, inclusive and structured learning environment.
A key part of this role includes managing, coaching and developing a team of Learning Support Assistants, ensuring they are confident, supported and effective in their practice.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Planning and delivering differentiated lessons aligned to individual learning needs
- Creating a calm, structured and supportive classroom environment
- Using positive behaviour support strategies in line with school policies
- Monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress
- Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and parents/carers
- Supporting pupils’ wellbeing, including personal care where required
- Leading, coaching and supporting Learning Support Assistants to ensure high‑quality classroom practice
- Promoting safeguarding, equality and inclusion at all times
What We’re Looking For
- GCSEs (A*–C or equivalent), including English and Maths
- A child‑centred approach and passion for inclusive education
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to support complex needs
- Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
- Experience supporting or leading others in a classroom environment
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Experience working with pupils with Autism, SEMH or additional learning needs
- Confidence working within a multidisciplinary team
- A creative, flexible and reflective approach to teaching and learning
- Experience coaching or mentoring support staff
- Be part of an expanding school with opportunities to contribute to new provision
- Small class sizes with high levels of support
- A welcoming, supportive and values‑led school culture
- Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
- Term‑time only working to support work‑life balance
- The chance to make a genuine, lasting difference every day
If you’re a teacher looking for a rewarding fixed‑term opportunity within a specialist school — where your impact truly matters — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your teaching career at Birchwood School, Cardiff.
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