SEND Teacher of Autism - Primary (Specialist Resource Provision)

Ark Brunel Primary Academy are looking for an experienced SEN teacher to work in our Autism Resource Base who is passionate about supporting children all across the Autism spectrum. Located within Ark Brunel Primary Academy, ‘The Viaduct’ is a provision that seeks to grow pupils into confident communicators, inquisitive learners, active citizens and fulfilled individuals in preparation for the next stage of their education. We provide our learners with high staffing ratios and small class sizes within our provision but also work closely with the mainstream body of the school to promote maximum levels of inclusion. Our dedicated staff team put this vision into practice by using autism specific communication and learning strategies and adapting the curriculum to meet individual pupil needs. We believe that every one of our learners is a highly valued individual, and is capable of achieving excellence, whatever that looks like for them.

Role Details

• Reports to: Head of Provision
• Start date: September 2026
• Working hours: 8:00am to 5pm
• Salary: £41,238 – £65,000 PA

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Provision to enable ‘The Viaduct’ to become a beacon of best practice and excellence in education.
• Oversee the teaching, learning and assessment of all pupils in the class, using autism‑specific strategies and delivering an adapted curriculum.
• Stimulate curiosity, interest and enjoyment for education.
• Plan and deliver high quality lessons and interventions that consider individual pupil needs and learning styles.
• Lead, motivate and inspire a team of support staff.
• Promote the vision and values of the provision in all they do within the school, treating our vulnerable pupils with the highest level of respect and care.
• Demonstrate high expectations for all pupils with their learning and behaviour.
• Communicate effectively with parents/carers including attending annual review meetings.
• Liaise effectively with external professionals and therapists to coordinate their input into classroom practice and implement it effectively.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Be a model of outstanding practice in teaching and learning.
• Demonstrate excellent leadership skills.
• Exhibit a passion for supporting learners with SEND and Autism.
• Be comfortable and competent in supporting children that present with challenging behaviours and complex needs.
• Demonstrate a nurturing approach to learners, while also providing them with high levels of challenge in order that they reach their potential.
• Be able to work well within a team.
• Be able to take direction and feedback from line managers.
• Have a commitment to Ark’s ethos of high expectations and delivery.
• Have the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of students and pupils.
• Have a good attendance record.
• Have the ability to follow regulations and processes.

Qualification Criteria

• Qualified to teach in the UK.
• Qualified to degree level or above.

Experience

• Extensive experience of working with children with SEND and Autism, ideally within a specialist environment.
• Experience of leadership and teamwork within an educational setting.

Personal Characteristics

• Reliable and punctual.
• Polite, friendly and professional at all times.
• A helpful and positive nature and a calm and caring disposition.
• Ability to keep calm in an intense working environment.
• Resilient in the face of challenging behaviour.
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and discretion.
• Genuine passion for educational opportunities for children with Autism, optimistic view of students and a belief in the potential of every pupil.

Benefits

• You will be supported by unrivalled training and CPD to develop yourself as an outstanding teacher and leader.
• We offer twice the standard number of professional training days, attractive remuneration, above the national pay scales.
• Range of benefits including reduced gym membership and retail discounts.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

Diversity and Inclusion

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective.

Safeguarding Statement

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment – this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.