Special Needs Teacher

Axcis Education Recruitment; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a passionate SEND Teacher for a specialist all-through autism school in Maidenhead, starting September 2026. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm, teaching non-verbal pupils with ASD in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will hold QTS and have experience working with complex SEND needs, using communication strategies such as PECS or Makaton to support non-verbal learners and collaborate with teaching assistants,

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience with pupils with complex SEND, particularly ASD.
• Experience using communication strategies for non-verbal learners (e.g., PECS, Makaton) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to each pupil.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, therapists and families to support pupil progress.
• Maintain a calm, structured and nurturing learning environment for pupils with autism.

Skills

QTS

SEND experience

Non-verbal communication

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a passionate and committed SEND Teacher to join a specialist all-through autism school in Maidenhead from September 2026. This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm, teaching non-verbal pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a supportive, structured and nurturing environment. This is a rewarding opportunity for a teacher who is dedicated to helping children and young people with complex additional needs reach their full potential. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that are tailored to the individual needs of each pupil, promoting communication, independence, emotional wellbeing and academic development through a personalised approach to learning.

The successful candidate will have experience working with pupils with complex SEND needs, particularly those with ASD and communication difficulties. You will be confident using a variety of communication strategies to support non-verbal learners, with experience of approaches such as PECS, Makaton, visual supports, sensory-based learning or other alternative communication methods being highly advantageous. Working closely with teaching assistants, therapists and families, you will play a key role in creating a consistent and positive learning experience for every pupil. You will need to demonstrate excellent behaviour management skills, remain calm and adaptable in challenging situations, and build strong, trusting relationships that enable pupils to feel safe, engaged and ready to learn.

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential for this role, and previous experience teaching within a SEND setting is highly desirable. We are looking for someone who is patient, resilient and genuinely passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of autistic children and young people.

Salary will be paid in line with the appropriate teacher pay scale and will be dependent on experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated specialist school where every member of staff is committed to providing exceptional education and support, helping pupils develop the confidence and skills they need to thrive both in school and beyond. INDLON

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If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.