Join Our Team
When you join us, you don’t just become an organisational employee – you become part of a collaborative community dedicated to providing the best possible support to autistic children and young people.
We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in everything we do.
Working at Doucecroft School
We have a great benefits package, and we provide support for all our employees. Find out more about what we offer when you choose to join us:
- Joining bonuses (for some roles)
- Extensive induction
- Training and continuing professional development
- Spectrum Life employee assistance programme
- Wellbeing tools
- Counselling services
- Benefits hub with discounts to shopping and entertainment discount
- Recommend a friend bonus scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
We Champion Equality and Inclusion
We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in everything we do. We’ve created a welcoming and supportive workplace and aim to ensure our work reflects this.
We welcome an application from you if you are able to meet the role requirements and wish to request flexible working or reasonable adjustments to support you.
We’re Committed to High Safeguarding Standards
We promote the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and expect all staff to share our commitment.
Our roles are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Admissions
You can find all the information about joining Doucecroft School, including how to apply and visit, on our admissions page.
Learn moreOfsted Reports
View our Ofsted Reports here and Parents can also express their views and concerns to help us further improve our services.
Learn moreSafeguarding
For important information about safeguarding in our school, please visit our dedicated safeguarding page.
Learn moreGeneral Information For Parents and Carers
Find out general information Parent and Carers need to know here.
Learn moreSchool lunches
View our latest delicious lunch menus, including visual aids to support students choose their lunch.
Learn moreFAQs
What are the 2025/2026 term dates?
Spring Term 2026: 5th January – 27th March. Half Term: 16th February - 20th February. Non Pupil Days: 13th February
Summer Term 2026: 13th April – 20th July. Half Term: 25th May – 29th May. Bank Holiday: 4th May. Non Pupil Days: 13th April and 19th June.
How can I order uniform & PE kit?
You can download our Uniform and PE Kit order forms and return them to office in person or by email.
How can I request a leave of absence for my child?
You can request time off for your child by completing our form: Student Absence Request Form You can return it to the school office in person or you can email it to doucecroft@autism-anglia.org.uk
What are the lunch menus?
You can view and download our weekly lunch menus.
Where can I get information and support for my child and our family?
Autism Anglia's Resource Hub is packed full of advice, information and support guides. It's free for everyone and you can access it online at any time.
What is the latest news and events?
There's always lots of exciting things happening at Doucecroft. You can read about our latest news stories or head over to our calendar to view upcoming events and activities.
