SEN Teacher Autism Specialist

Smile Education; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 29,889 - 46,494; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Specialist education consultants

Long-term placements

Free CPD and development

West Midlands SEND network

Registration support

Career guidance

Job summary

Smile Education partners with a specialist school in Birmingham to recruit an Autism Specialist Teacher. You will deliver highly differentiated lessons for autistic pupils, working with small classes and a multidisciplinary team to maximise progress.

The role requires QTS/QTLS or equivalent, ASC experience, and strong classroom management. There is a long-term, full-time commitment with potential temp-to-perm conversion and competitive daily rates.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification required.
• Experience teaching pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Excellent knowledge of adaptive/differentiated teaching.
• Strong classroom management with positive behaviour support.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons reflecting EHCP outcomes.
• Adapt teaching methods to suit various communication styles and learning profiles.
• Create calm, structured classroom environments to reduce anxiety and promote engagement.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, communication and social interaction.
• Use visual supports and sensory strategies to maximise learning opportunities.
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress and contribute to planning.

Skills

QTS / QTLS

ASC experience

Adaptive teaching

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Calm resilient approach

Education

QTS/QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

SEN Teacher (Autism Specialist) | Specialist School | Full-Time

Location: Birmingham, B4

Salary: £162.31 - £251.71 per day (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp to Perm Available

Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner for the right candidate)

SEN Teacher with an Autism Specialism

Are you a passionate SEN Teacher with experience supporting autistic pupils? Do you thrive in an environment where every lesson is tailored to individual strengths, communication styles and learning needs?

Smile Education

is working in partnership with a specialist school to recruit an experienced Autism Specialist Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly supportive team dedicated to helping pupils achieve meaningful progress both inside and outside the classroom.

The school provides specialist education for children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated needs. Staff work collaboratively to create structured, nurturing learning environments where pupils feel safe, understood and empowered to succeed.

If you're committed to delivering personalised education that genuinely changes lives, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As an Autism Specialist Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, highly differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of your pupils.

Working with small class sizes, you'll build positive relationships, develop personalised learning strategies and support pupils to achieve their academic, social and emotional goals.

You'll work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists, SENCOs and families to ensure every learner receives the consistent support they need.

Your Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons that reflect individual EHCP outcomes.
• Adapt teaching methods to suit a range of communication styles and learning profiles.
• Create calm, structured and predictable classroom environments that reduce anxiety and promote engagement.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, communication and social interaction.
• Use visual supports, sensory strategies and structured routines to maximise learning opportunities.
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress, contributing to reviews and ongoing planning.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants and wider multidisciplinary teams.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Promote independence, confidence and life skills alongside academic achievement.
• Celebrate every success, recognising that progress looks different for every learner.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and understands the importance of building meaningful relationships with autistic learners.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Excellent knowledge of adaptive teaching and differentiated learning.
• Strong classroom management skills using positive behaviour support approaches.
• Confidence working alongside multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.

Desirable Experience

Although not essential, experience or training in any of the following would be highly beneficial:

• TEACCH
• PECS
• Makaton
• Attention Autism
• Intensive Interaction
• Zones of Regulation
• SCERTS
• Sensory integration strategies
• Team Teach or positive behaviour support training
• Supporting pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Working with pupils who have ADHD, learning disabilities or sensory processing differences

What Smile Education Offers

• Competitive daily rates of £162.31 - £251.71, paid weekly.
• Dedicated specialist education consultants.
• Long-term placements with opportunities to secure permanent contracts.
• Free CPD and ongoing professional development.
• Access to a wide range of specialist SEND schools across the West Midlands.
• A streamlined registration process.
• Honest career advice and continued support throughout your placement.

About the School

Thisspecialist schoolhas built a strong reputation for providing high-quality education to autistic pupils through personalised learning, therapeutic support and a child-centred approach.

Staff are committed to fostering independence, communication and emotional wellbeing, ensuring every pupil has the opportunity to reach their full potential in a safe, inclusive and engaging environment.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.