Lifeskills Teacher (Hayes)

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Job Title: Lifeskills Teacher
Location: Baston House School, Bromley, BR2 7AB
Salary: 39,000 46,000 per annum, dependent on experience ( not pro rata )
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am 4:30pm
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: January 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Lifeskills Teacher to join our close-knit team at Baston House School in Bromley.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and creative Lifeskills Teacher to deliver high-quality education for pupils diagnosed with Autism (ASC). This role focuses on helping pupils develop practical skills, independence, and confidence within a supportive and structured environment.

You will plan and deliver a curriculum combining functional academics, vocational learning, and personal development, tailored to the sensory, communication, and social needs of autistic learners. Lessons may include:

• Independent living skills
• Money management
• Communication
• Health and wellbeing
• Community engagement
• Career preparation

You will collaborate closely with therapists, support staff, and families to provide personalised, meaningful learning experiences that address each pupils strengths and challenges. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils lives and prepare them for successful transitions into adulthood.

Who Were Looking For

We are seeking a qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) who:

• Has experience or a strong interest in working with pupils diagnosed with Autism (ASC)
• Can design and deliver structured, engaging lessons that meet the communication, sensory, and social needs of autistic learners
• Is passionate about developing functional skills and preparing pupils for independence and future success
• Can differentiate the curriculum to ensure access and engagement for pupils with a range of abilities
• Works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support each pupils holistic development
• Values celebrating progress and achievements, fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment

Desirable: Experience teaching PSHE, vocational studies, or ASDAN qualifications is advantageous but not essential. We welcome applicants from diverse teaching backgrounds who share our commitment to supporting autistic learners to thrive.

Every day presents new opportunities to make a real difference, and with ongoing guidance, training, and support, you will develop your skills and grow your career while working alongside a dedicated and passionate team at Baston House School

About The School

Baston House is an independent day specialist provider of education and care for young people and adults aged 5 to 19 years who have been diagnosed with Autism (ASC).

Baston House School ensures that our school environment supports learning and promotes the well-being of pupils and staff through a strong sense of community cohesion. Creating a sense of community, develop social understanding, improve well-being, enhance academic achievement, and develop independence are at the root of our school community. We work hard to provide a safe school where pupils are included in every aspect of school life.

For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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