ASD Resource Base Reception Teacher (MPR/UPR)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Due to the exciting expansion of our school site to include a ASD Resource base Nursery and ASD Resource base Reception class, we are searching for the right candidate to teach our new Reception class.

The right candidate will

• Carry out the professional duties of a teacher plus any other duties that can be reasonably asked under the direction of the Head of ARP and Head Teacher.
• To provide a stimulating curriculum which develops and celebrates all of our pupil’s abilities helping to ensure that pupils at Griffin become confident and successful learners.
• To ensure that the needs of pupils who have an autism diagnosis and attend our ARP are met.
• To proactively support the ethos of the school alongside the leadership team by maintaining professional conduct (e.g. engaging in meetings, meeting deadlines, responding to pressure in a productive manner)
• To assist the Head of ARP and Headteacher in the establishment and maintenance of good relationships through effective communication and consultation procedures with the whole school community.

Core Experience

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Proven Experience with SEND

Demonstrable history of working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in an educational or specialist setting.

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Specialist Condition Knowledge

Deep understanding of specific needs such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

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EHCP Implementation

Proven track record of understanding, implementing, and tracking targets outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) or Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

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Multi-Agency Collaboration

Experience liaising and working collaboratively with external professionals, such as Speech and Language Therapists (SALT), Occupational Therapists (OT), Educational Psychologists, and parents/carers.

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Crisis & De-escalation

Experience utilising recognised positive handling, crisis prevention, or de-escalation strategies

What the school offers its staff

At Griffin Primary School, we meet every child and family where they are in order to unlock their aspirations and potential. We are a dedicated hub in the centre of a wonderfully diverse and resilient community, providing a calm and purposeful oasis within the city.

Our mission is built on the understanding that every child arrives with a unique background and a distinct set of strengths. We take immense pride in supporting a community that shows incredible heart; here, we don’t just teach a curriculum, we teach the child. We provide a steady, nurturing environment where pupils feel seen, heard, and valued, ensuring their natural resilience is matched by our unwavering belief in their potential.

Joining our team means becoming an advocate for our families and a pillar of our community. We are a school that refuses to stand still, it is currently a particularly exciting time for Griffin as we develop and renovate our site, provision and offer. We invest heavily in the tools that actually make a difference and developing impactful partnerships:

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Berry Street Education Model (BSEM)

As a pilot school for BSEM, we are at the forefront of trauma-informed teaching. Our staff are trained to use strategies that increase engagement and support the self-regulation of students with complex needs.

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Specialist Support with UP Therapists

We don’t expect our teachers to do it alone. By partnering with Unlocking Potential (UP) therapists, we provide high-level therapeutic support and mental health expertise directly within our school, ensuring both students and staff feel supported.

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On London

We work in partnership with HandsOn London to provide incredible opportunities in our Forest School.

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Inclusivity & Evolution

Our staff are experts at adapting their practice to meet the needs of a multifaceted student body. We move away from "one-size-fits-all" teaching in favour of purposeful, culturally responsive pedagogy.

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Food Bank

We provide 500kg of food every Friday through our school food bank.

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Collective Resilience

Just like our community, our staff team is tight-knit. We look out for one another, sharing the workload and the wins in equal measure.

Come and join us on our exciting journey. If you are a grounded, empathetic educator ready to make a real-world impact, we would love to meet you.

Commitment to safeguarding

Griffin Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and behave in a way which reflects this. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory safeguarding pre-employment checks including a Barred List check, Disclosure and Barring Service check and references. Please note, it is a criminal offence to apply for this post of employment if you are barred from working with children and young people.