Key Stage 1 Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Northampton to appoint an experienced Key Stage 1 SEN Teacher for a specialist ASD provision, caring for pupils aged 4-7. ASAP start, full-time, long-term role with potential permanence.

You will plan differentiated lessons, adapt strategies for autism, and maintain a calm, structured classroom while supporting pupils to meet individual targets with the help of the SEND team.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience working with children with SEND, ideally including ASD.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for KS1 ASD provision.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to support varied learning and sensory needs.
• Create a calm, structured, nurturing classroom environment.
• Support pupils in developing communication, social interaction, and independence.
• Set and work towards EHCP targets and monitor progress for planning.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and school staff to ensure consistency.

Skills

QTS

SEND experience

ASD experience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Key Stage 1 SEN Teacher - Specialist ASD Provision

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Potential Permanent

Salary: Paid to Scale

Are you a passionate Key Stage 1 SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding new opportunity?

Would you enjoy working within a specialist ASD provision supporting children aged 4-7, where every pupil is given the opportunity to develop academically, socially, emotionally, and personally?

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Northampton that is seeking to appoint an experienced Key Stage 1 SEN Teacher to join their specialist provision for an ASAP start.

The provision supports pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) for communication and interaction needs, specifically ASD. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurturing and committed teacher who understands the individual needs of children with autism and can create a calm, structured, and supportive environment where pupils feel safe and confident to learn.

The successful candidate will become an important part of a dedicated specialist team, working collaboratively to ensure pupils receive high-quality teaching and the individualised support they need to thrive.

The Role

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to the individual needs of pupils within the specialist Key Stage 1 ASD provision
• Adapt teaching strategies, resources, and activities to support different learning, communication, sensory, and developmental needs
• Create a calm, structured, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment where pupils feel safe and ready to learn
• Support pupils in developing communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, independence, and confidence
• Set and work towards individual pupil targets, including targets identified within EHCPs
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress and use assessment information to inform future planning and teaching
• Implement appropriate strategies to support sensory, behavioural, and communication needs
• Maintain high expectations while recognising and celebrating individual pupil achievements
• Work closely with teaching assistants and wider school staff to ensure consistency and continuity of support
• Build strong and positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers, and external professionals
• Contribute to the wider school community and promote an inclusive approach to SEND provision

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Has previous experience working with children with SEND, ideally including pupils with ASD
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 1 is desirable
• Has a strong understanding of autism and communication and interaction needs
• Knowledge of effective approaches and strategies for supporting children with ASD
• Has a patient, nurturing, adaptable, and child-centred approach to teaching
• Confident in managing behaviour calmly, consistently, and positively
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills
• Able to adapt teaching to meet a wide range of individual needs
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs to achieve their full potential
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils

What's On Offer

• Full-time Key Stage 1 SEN Teacher position within a specialist ASD provision in Northampton
• ASAP start with a long-term opportunity and potential for a permanent position
• Salary paid to scale based on experience and qualifications
• Opportunity to work with children aged 4-7 within Key Stage 1
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Dedicated and collaborative SEND staff team
• Access to SEND-focused CPD and professional development opportunities
• A calm, nurturing, and well-structured specialist learning environment
• Opportunity to develop your experience within specialist education and autism provision
• The chance to make a meaningful and lasting difference to the lives of children with additional needs

Professional Development

The successful candidate will have access to ongoing professional development and SEND-focused training, with opportunities to develop their knowledge and practice in areas including autism, communication and interaction needs, sensory processing, behaviour management, adaptive teaching, safeguarding, EHCPs, SEND provision, and emotional regulation.

Through Tradewind, you'll also have access to over 2,500 CPD-certified courses via The National College, supporting your continued professional development and helping you progress your teaching career.

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