SEN Teacher - Autism Specialist

London/permanent / £37,870 - 56,154 per year SEN Allowance

SEN Teacher - Autism Specialist

Redbridge - September 2026

A secondary school in Redbridge is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to join its additionally resourced provision for students with autism. The provision offers a broad and balanced curriculum closely aligned to the mainstream curriculum, helping students prepare for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life.

The successful SEN Teacher will support students within the resourced provision while enabling appropriate access to mainstream subjects. Students work towards Entry Level and Level 1 qualifications, with some also accessing the mainstream school for GCSE and BTEC Level 2 qualifications. This permanent SEN Teacher position is for a confident and experienced practitioner who can adapt learning, build strong relationships and support students with ASD to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS
• Have experience teaching students with autism, ASD or ASC
• Be confident planning and delivering adapted lessons for students working towards Entry Level, Level 1, GCSE or BTEC qualifications
• Demonstrate strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Be committed to supporting student independence, self advocacy and social development
• Hold UK Right to Work

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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