Teacher of ALN

Gowerton School; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Teacher of ALN for a maternity cover starting April 2026. The ideal candidate will work with small groups of students with varied social and emotional needs, fostering an engaging learning environment. Applicants should have experience in Special Educational Needs and be confident in differentiating instruction. Full-time position with salary MPS/UPS plus a SEN point, ending March 2027.

Qualifications

• Experienced in working with pupils with Additional Learning Needs.
• Confident in differentiating to meet the individual needs of all learners.
• Creative, dynamic, and flexible to ensure an engaging environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach small groups of pupils with social, emotional and behavioral needs.
• Use a hybrid model alongside specialist subjects.
• Work as part of a team to achieve the best for all pupils.

Job description

* Teacher of ALNNEWFast Apply# Teacher of ALNEmployerLocation: Gowerton, SwanseaContract Type: TemporaryHours: Full TimeContract Length: To 31/3/27Salary: MPS/UPS + 1 SEN pointPosted: 5th February 2026Start Date: 13th April 2026Expires: 22nd February 2026 12:00 PMContract Type: TemporaryStart Date: 13th April 2026Job ID: 1533198Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesStart Date: 13th April 2026* Contract Type :Temporary* Contract Length: To 31/3/27* Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates* Job ID: 1533198* Share :**Job Description:** TEACHER OF ALN/NURTURE GROUP**Salary:** MPS/UPS + 1 SEN point**Required:** April 2026 for approx 1 year maternity leave**Applications are invited from primary or secondary trained teachers, NQTs and teachers with QTS**The Governors of Gowerton School are looking for an inspirational, innovative and highly motivated teacher to join the ALN department. The candidate will need to have the expertise and experience to work with small groups of pupils with a range of social, emotional and behavioural needs.These small groups of pupils are taught, using a hybrid model, where core learning takes place in the same teaching room, alongside attendance at timetabled specialist subjects in other teaching areas of the school.The successful candidate will be:• Experienced in working with pupils with Additional Learning Needs.• Will be confident in differentiating to meet the individual needs of all learners.• Creative, dynamic and flexible to ensure a fun and engaging environment to enable pupils to make progress• Able to work as part of a team to achieve the best for all pupils.• IT proficient• Confident in classroom management and have excellent communication skills.The closing date for applications is 12 midday, Sunday 22nd February 2026.It is proposed that interviews will take place on Friday 27th February 2026.The successful candidate will be required to commence on 13th April 2026.All applicants should be aware that the successful applicant will be asked to apply for an enhanced DBS Disclosure and will be subject to the new Vetting and Barring legislation as it is introduced.Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found on the Swansea Council website.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Gowerton 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 welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Gowerton School