At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging lessons and support pupils with Autism in a structured environment.
- Company: Reeson Education, a supportive and inclusive school in Rotherham.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible hours, and access to specialist training.
- Other info: Join a well-led team dedicated to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on the lives of autistic pupils and help them thrive.
- Qualifications: Experience with Autism, strong communication skills, and a child-centred approach.
The predicted salary is between 150 - 230 £ per hour.
Are you a dedicated and compassionate Autism Specialist Teacher who can provide structure, consistency, and personalised support to pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? Reeson Education are recruiting a skilled Autism Specialist Teacher for a supportive and inclusive school in Rotherham (S66) starting from September 2026. This role is ideal for a resilient and adaptable professional who is passionate about helping autistic pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
About the Autism Specialist Teacher Role:
- Specialist Teaching: Deliver engaging lessons adapted to meet the individual needs of pupils with Autism.
- Structured Learning Environment: Maintain clear routines, visual supports, and predictable classroom expectations.
- Communication & Interaction Support: Use autism-friendly strategies to develop communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation skills.
- Progress Monitoring: Assess and track academic, social, and emotional progress, adapting support where necessary.
- Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work closely with support staff, parents, therapists, SENCOs, and external professionals to ensure positive outcomes for pupils.
To succeed as an Autism Specialist Teacher, you will need:
- Proven experience working with pupils with Autism within SEN, specialist, or mainstream educational settings.
- Strong understanding of autism-specific teaching strategies and approaches.
- Excellent communication, patience, and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to create a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment.
- A flexible, resilient, and child-centred approach to teaching.
- An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply through Reeson Education.
Benefits as an Autism Specialist Teacher:
- Competitive daily rate of 150-230, depending on experience.
- Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
- Access to specialist Autism and SEN training and professional development.
- A supportive and well-led school environment.
- A rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of pupils with Autism.
Please note: This role requires strong safeguarding awareness. All applicants must meet full safer-recruitment requirements, including holding an enhanced DBS on the update service or being willing to obtain one. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
