Secondary SEND Teacher (ASD)

Protocol Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming secondary school in Sutton is seeking a compassionate SEND Teacher specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This full-time role offers the chance to work closely with students, delivering tailored learning and supporting their development. Starting in September 2025, it has potential for a permanent position. The ideal candidate will have QTS, experience with ASD, and a commitment to inclusive education.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding training

Support and guidance provided

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching students with ASD at secondary level.
• Strong knowledge of autism strategies and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons for students with ASD.
• Monitor pupil progress through EHCP targets.
• Collaborate with SENDCo and external specialists.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour Management

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

SEND Teaching Qualification

Tools

TEACCH

PECS

Zones of Regulation

Job description

SEND Teacher – ASD Specialist (Secondary)
Location: Sutton, Greater London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time | Temp to Perm
Daily Pay Rate: £160 – £240 per day (dependent on experience)

A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Sutton is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated SEND Teacher with a specialism in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This is a full-time position starting in September 2025 with the potential to move from temporary to permanent for the right candidate.

About the Role

You will work closely with students with ASD in a dedicated SEND provision within the school or as part of the wider inclusion team. Your focus will be on delivering tailored learning that meets individual needs, supporting academic development, social communication, and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons to meet the needs of students with ASD

• Create a structured, nurturing, and sensory-aware classroom environment

• Collaborate with the SENDCo, teaching assistants, and external specialists

• Monitor and track pupil progress through EHCP targets and personalised plans

• Support the development of communication, social skills, and independence

• Foster strong partnerships with families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent SEND teaching qualification

• Proven experience teaching students with ASD at secondary level

• Strong knowledge of autism strategies (e.g., TEACCH, PECS, Zones of Regulation)

• A calm, patient, and flexible approach to teaching

• Excellent behaviour management and communication skills

• A commitment to inclusive education and holistic support

About Protocol Education

All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please refer to the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further information.

All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position, with the potential to become permanent depending on performance and school needs.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We carry out safeguarding checks on all workers in line with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, including an online search as part of our vetting process.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all workers. All candidates must have or be willing to obtain a valid enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full support and guidance provided. For more information, including our privacy policy, please visit the Protocol Education website.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.