Class Teacher

About May Park Primary School May Park Primary School is a 3-11 community academy in East Central Bristol and a proud member of the Excalibur Academies Trust. We are diverse and vibrant three form entry primary school with a stimulating nursery set in fantastic grounds. Our modern, purpose-built buildings and our extensive outdoor space enable our children unique opportunities to use their creative minds as they explore the woods, Savannah, field and multi-use games area. At May Park our highly experienced teachers and staff are committed to providing a nurturing environment so that all of our children succeed. By offering an inspiring curriculum, we expect our children to think differently: taking risks with their learning, embracing uncertainty, problem solving, making connections and playing with possibilities. As part of Excalibur Academies Trust, we benefit from shared expertise and strong governance, whilst maintaining our own unique identity, values and deep community focus.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and creative teacher to lead a class of pupils with Autism and Speech, Language and Communication needs. Our provision is designed to nurture communication, interaction, and early social skills, underpinned by our school values of Respect, Resilience, Curiosity, Achievement, Equality, and Creativity. With access to specialist inputs, sensory resources, and a curriculum tailored to individual needs, you will be part of a team that celebrates inclusion and empowers every child to thrive. We are seeking an inspiring Resource Base Teacher to design, plan and deliver high‑quality, engaging learning experiences for all pupils. Aspiration is the heart of every lesson, empowering students to build confidence, develop independence, and think ambitiously about their own futures.

Working in our Resource Base offers you:

A chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of children with SEND Opportunities to design imaginative, play-based and sensory-rich learning experience Collaboration with skilled colleagues and visiting specialists to enhance provision A chance to be creative and enrich the curriculum through music, the arts, and wider cultural experience Our teaching style In our Resource Base learning is delivered through a flexible blend of whole-class, small group, and 1:1 teaching, ensuring every child’s needs are met in the most effective way. You will lead and direct a dedicated team of Learning Support Assistants, working collaboratively to maximise their skills and expertise. Across the school, we promote the use of specialist and shared spaces, from sensory areas to outdoor learning environments, to motivate, regulate, and inspire pupils. This approach ensures children feel supported, engaged, and ready to learn in contexts that build independence and confidence. This is a role where your creativity, empathy, and ambition will flourish. You’ll have the freedom to shape learning that sparks curiosity, builds independence, and celebrates every child’s achievement. If so please get in touch by emailing Principal@maypark.excalibur.org.uk or calling the office on (0117) 9030075 to arrange an informal chat or visit, or apply directly here. Please see the attached Job Description for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of this role. Please check the Person Specification for the qualifications that are listed as Essential for this role. You will be required to show these qualifications if you are successful.

Benefits

Support on Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Supportive colleagues and SLT Eager and motivated students Excellent Pension Scheme (Teachers & LGPS for support and Shared Services staff) Employee Assistance Programme Free on-site parking & Cycle to Work Scheme Free Eye Tests Career development opportunities within school and across the Trust Flexible Family Friendly Policies Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early. In the first instance we would welcome your application via My New Term. However, if you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team using recruitment@excalibur.org.uk and we will be able to issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs. If you would like to find out more about working at May Park Primary School, please follow this link to the recruitment pages on our website Vacancies - May Park Primary School