PPA/Intervention Teacher

Pertemps; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Lambeth seeks a compassionate PPA/Intervention Teacher for their ASD resource base. This full-time role involves delivering structured lessons and leading targeted interventions to support neurodiverse learners. The ideal candidate has QTS, a strong understanding of autism, and excels in adapting lessons to various ability levels. Join this inclusive team to make a meaningful impact in education.

Benefits

Supportive ASD provision

Access to specialist training

Excellent pastoral support

Qualifications

• Experience working in SEND or inclusive settings.
• Ability to modify lessons for various ability levels.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and structured lessons within the ASD base.
• Lead personalized interventions in communication and social skills.
• Collaborate with SENDCo and other professionals to track progress.

Skills

Understanding of autism

Behaviour management

Adapting lessons

Education

QTS (Primary preferred)

Job description

PPA / Intervention Teacher Primary ASD Base, Lambeth

Full-Time | Immediate Start | Long-Term Opportunity

We are working with a warm, inclusive primary school in Lambeth with a well-established ASD resource base, seeking a compassionate and adaptable PPA/Intervention Teacher to join their specialist team. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about SEND and committed to supporting neurodiverse learners.

About the Role:

The role will involve a balance of delivering pre-planned lessons within the ASD base and leading targeted intervention groups to support pupils’ communication, social development and academic progress. You will work closely with experienced teaching assistants, speech and language therapists and the SENDCo to ensure every child receives a personalised, nurturing and structured learning experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and structured lessons within the ASD base
• Teach small groups and occasionally whole classes of pupils with ASD
• Lead personalised interventions (communication, phonics, sensory regulation, social skills)
• Adapt resources, visuals and activities to meet pupils’ individual needs
• Implement strategies such as PECs, visuals, Makaton, TEACCH and sensory approaches (experience beneficial but not essential)
• Collaborate with the SENDCo, therapists and support staff to track progress and plan next steps
• Create a calm, safe and predictable learning environment
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and families

Requirements:

• QTS (Primary preferred)
• Strong understanding of autism and experience working in SEND or inclusive settings
• Confident adapting lessons to different ability levels
• Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Patience, empathy and a highly nurturing approach
• Willingness to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

What the School Offers:

• A supportive, well-staffed ASD provision with clear routines and structure
• Dedicated SEND leadership and access to specialist training
• Friendly, welcoming staff and excellent pastoral support
• Opportunities to develop your skills in SEN teaching and intervention work

If you’re a dedicated teacher who is passionate about making a difference for pupils with autism, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join this fantastic Lambeth primary school.