SEND Teacher

Pay: £170.00 – £270.00 per day

Job description:

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and highly skilled SEND Teacher to join our specialist provision supporting learners with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday.

You will lead a class where all learners have an ASD diagnosis and are supported through 1:1 or 2:1 staffing ratios. The role requires a teacher who is nurturing, structured, and experienced in delivering personalised learning to meet complex communication, sensory, and social needs.

You will work closely with teaching assistants, therapists, families, and external professionals to ensure each learner receives a highly individualised, meaningful, and aspirational education.

• Plan and deliver differentiated, engaging lessons tailored to individual EHCP outcomes
• Lead and manage a team of support staff (1:1 and 2:1 support) effectively
• Create a structured, low-arousal, autism-friendly learning environment
• Use evidence-based strategies to support communication, emotional regulation, and behaviour
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records in line with SEND and statutory requirements
• Work collaboratively with parents/carers and multi-agency professionals

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching pupils with ASD and complex needs
• Strong understanding of autism-specific approaches (e.g. TEACCH, visual supports, structured teaching)
• Experience managing and deploying support staff effectively
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location:

In person