SEN Teacher - Specialist Autism School

Yorkshire; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an experienced SEN Teacher to join a specialist autism school in Sheffield, supporting pupils aged 11-19 with autism and communication needs.

The role focuses on planning and delivering engaging, personalised lessons while fostering communication, independence and life skills. Strong classroom management and teamwork with support staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires QTS and experience teaching SEN/autism.
• Ability to adapt teaching to individual needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach with strong behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons.
• Support pupils' communication, independence, emotional regulation and life skills.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Patience and resilience

Communication with SEN

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

SEN Teacher - Specialist Autism School

Location: Sheffield | Pay: £150-£230 per day | Role: SEN Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an experienced SEN Teacher to join a specialist school in Sheffield, supporting young people aged 11-19 with Autism Spectrum Condition and communication needs.

The Role

You will plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons while supporting pupils' communication, independence, emotional regulation and life skills.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has QTS and experience teaching SEN and/or autism.
• Can adapt teaching to individual needs.
• Is calm, patient and resilient.
• Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Works effectively with support staff and other professionals.

Team Teach training/experience is highly desirable, although equivalent behaviour-support training will be considered.

Pay

£150-£230 per day, depending on experience, qualifications and training.

To access the higher rate, candidates should have relevant specialist SEN/autism experience, appropriate training and be available full-time. The school will make the final decision on the rate offered.

All candidates are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.