Specialist Autism Advisory Teacher Leadership

NHS; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public health organization in Southend-on-Sea seeks a Specialist Autism Advisory Teacher Leadership. In this hybrid role, you will provide expert advice and lead a team, ensuring inclusion for autistic learners. Qualified Teacher Status and a minimum of 3 years' experience with SEND are essential. This position offers up to £64,009 and a permanent contract with flexible working practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience of working as a SEND specialist.
• Specialist experience and deep knowledge of Autism Spectrum Conditions.
• Experience supporting schools and families with practical strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality specialist advice, modelling, and coaching.
• Support early identification and assessment for autistic children.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a small team of support staff.

Skills

Experience of working with children and young people with SEND

Expertise in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Strong communication and coaching skills

Leadership experience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Qualified to degree standard or equivalent

Job description

Specialist Autism Advisory Teacher Leadership

Are you passionate about transforming the experiences and outcomes of autistic children and young people? Do you thrive on empowering schools, educators, and families to create truly inclusive environments? Are you ready to take the next step into leadership while keeping your practice rooted in what matters most children?

If so, we want you to join our dynamic Specialist Teaching Service!

We are seeking an exceptional Specialist Autism Advisory Teacher to join our expanding team of SEND professionals. This is an exciting opportunity to work across our diverse local authority area, supporting schools and settings to confidently meet the needs of complex autistic learners.

Main duties of the job

In this hybrid role, you will combine your expertise in Autism and other associated SEND needs with strategic leadership responsibilities, including line management, supervision, and shaping the future of our service.

You will also need to:

• Deliver high-quality specialist advice, modelling, and coaching to schools and settings
• Support early identification, assessment, and intervention for autistic children and young people
• Develop and deliver engaging CPD, including whole-school training and targeted professional development
• Work collaboratively with families, schools, multidisciplinary teams, and wider LA services
• Use data and evidence-based approaches to influence practice and drive improvements
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a small team of support staff developing confidence, consistency, and excellence
• Play an active role in shaping strategic SEND priorities across the city

No two days will be the same you'll be working in responsive, creative ways to open doors for learners with complex needs across mainstream schools in Southend.

About us

Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Job responsibilities

Skills and Experience

• Experience of working with children and young people with range of SEND, with an expertise in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Speech Language and Communication Difficulties (SLCN) and/or Severe Learning Difficulties.
• Minimum 3 years experience of working as a SEND specialist.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Qualified to degree standard or equivalent.
• N/a

Experience

• Specialist experience and deep knowledge of Autism Spectrum Conditions
• A track record of delivering outstanding inclusive practice in mainstream or special settings
• Experience supporting schools and families with practical strategies and curriculum adaptations
• Strong communication, coaching, and training skills
• Leadership experience -The confidence to lead others whether through supervision, mentoring, or team development
• A commitment to partnership working, problem-solving, and improving outcomes for children with SEND
• N/a

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Depending on experienceUp to £64,009(Main scale 6+ 1 SEN point + TLR 1 + UPS respected)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern