Autism Centre Lead Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Taunton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Inclusive school environment

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies in Taunton seeks a qualified teacher to lead an Autism Centre within a primary school. The role requires delivering high-quality ASC education to students with EHCPs and coordinating staff to support inclusive practice.

The post emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with parents and professionals, and ongoing professional development. QTS is essential, with desirable SEND qualifications and ASC experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Additional SEND qualifications (e.g., NASENCo, autism-specific training) are highly desirable.
• Experience teaching students with SEN, specifically ASC, for a minimum of 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Identify, create & deliver an Action Plan for centre development and report to Headteacher & SLT.
• Deliver & monitor high-quality educational provision for students with ASC with EHCP outcomes.
• Plan and support pupils to access inclusion in mainstream lessons where appropriate.
• Work with and develop a staff team to effectively support students.
• Track & monitor pupil progress and use assessment to adapt teaching.
• Collaborate with parents, carers and external professionals.

Skills

QTS

PECS

Makaton

Trauma Informed Practice

Positive Behaviour Support

Education

QTS

Job description

Teaching Vacancies in Taunton seeks a qualified teacher to lead an Autism Centre within a primary school. The role requires delivering high-quality ASC education to students with EHCPs and coordinating staff to support inclusive practice.

The post emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with parents and professionals, and ongoing professional development. QTS is essential, with desirable SEND qualifications and ASC experience.