Autism & Communication Specialist Teacher for SEND

Leicestershire County Council; Leicester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is recruiting Specialist Teachers of Communication and Autism to support SEND reforms and the Experts at Hand programme. The role focuses on assessment, consultation and training to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

You will work with school leaders, SENCOs and multi-agency professionals, identifying needs and enabling inclusive practice across ages 5–19. A DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status with degree level qualification.
• Strong expertise in autism and communication needs.
• Experience delivering training and professional development to schools.

Responsibilities

• Support 5–19 year olds with communication and interaction needs and autism.
• Contribute to EHCP assessments and annual reviews.
• Provide assessment, advice, consultation and training to schools and settings.

Skills

Autism expertise

Communication skills

Training delivery

Collaboration

Assessment methods

Education

Degree + QTS

Specialist autism qualification (desirable)

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is recruiting Specialist Teachers of Communication and Autism to support SEND reforms and the Experts at Hand programme. The role focuses on assessment, consultation and training to improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

You will work with school leaders, SENCOs and multi-agency professionals, identifying needs and enabling inclusive practice across ages 5–19. A DBS check is required.