Autism Specialist Teacher

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Halford CP; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent, long-term roles available

Flexible positions

Excellent CPD opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking an Autism Specialist Teacher for roles in Telford (TF2). The position is designed to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition across specialist schools and inclusive mainstream settings.

A competitive daily rate reflects experience and qualifications, with long-term and flexible options available. The role involves planning personalised lessons, fostering inclusive learning environments, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to meet EHCP

Qualifications

• Qualified teachers with QTS/QTLS or ECTs.
• Experienced in teaching pupils with Autism or developing a career in specialist education.
• Patient, empathetic and adaptable in their approach.
• Confident in using positive behaviour support strategies.
• Committed to helping every child reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering personalised lessons for pupils with Autism (ASC).
• Creating structured, inclusive learning environments to promote confidence and wellbeing.
• Collaborating with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and families.
• Monitoring pupil progress and adapting teaching strategies to EHCP outcomes.
• Using a range of communication strategies and interventions to help pupils thrive.
• Building positive relationships that encourage engagement, resilience and achievement.

Skills

Patient

Empathetic

Adaptive

Behaviour support

Education

QTS/QTLS or ECTs

Job description

Autism Specialist Teacher Required – Telford

Location: Telford - TF2

Salary: £140.00 - £230.00 per day (depending on experience)

Start Date - November 2026

Are you passionate about supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)?

We are working with a number of specialist schools, Autism Resource Bases and inclusive mainstream schools across Telford who are seeking dedicated and compassionate Autism Specialist Teachers to join their teams.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of pupils with Autism, helping them to develop academically, socially and emotionally within a supportive learning environment.

The role will involve:

Planning and delivering personalised, engaging lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils with Autism (ASC)

Creating structured, inclusive learning environments that promote confidence, independence and wellbeing

Working closely with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and families

Monitoring pupil progress and adapting teaching strategies to support EHCP outcomes

Using a range of communication strategies and interventions to help pupils thrive

Building positive relationships that encourage engagement, resilience and achievement

We are looking for candidates who are:

Qualified Teachers (QTS/QTLS) or Early Career Teachers (ECTs)

Experienced in teaching pupils with Autism or passionate about developing a career within specialist education

Patient, empathetic and adaptable in their approach

Confident in using positive behaviour support strategies

Committed to providing every child with the opportunity to reach their full potential

Desirable experience includes:

• Autism Resource Bases or Specialist Schools
• EHCP planning and review
• PECS, Makaton or Attention Autism
• TEACCH or sensory-informed teaching approaches
• Supporting pupils with communication and interaction needs

We offer:

Opportunities across specialist schools, Autism provisions and mainstream resource bases

Supportive leadership teams and excellent CPD opportunities

Permanent, long-term and flexible positions available

Competitive salary based on experience

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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