KS3 Teacher (SEN - Subject Specialist, Autism Provision)
Subject Specialism: English Language/Literature
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Purpose of the Role
The KS3 Subject Specialist Teacher will deliver high-quality, autism-informed teaching in English Language/Literature to pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated needs. The post holder will adapt the KS3 curriculum to meet the individual needs of pupils in a small-class specialist setting, ensuring learning is accessible, meaningful, and ambitious while supporting pupils' communication, emotional regulation, independence, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning
- Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality, adapted lessons.
- Adapt the KS3 curriculum to meet the needs of pupils with ASC and associated needs.
- Use autism-specific and evidence-based approaches.
Pupil Development & Wellbeing
- Support pupils’ communication and interaction.
- Promote emotional regulation and behaviour.
- Encourage independence and self-confidence.
- Foster engagement in learning and school life.
- Implement positive behaviour and regulation strategies in line with the school's autism-informed approach.
- Maintain high expectations for both learning and behaviour.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Experience of teaching pupils in KS3.
- Substantial experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ideally in a specialist or SEND setting.
- Strong understanding of autism and associated needs (e.g. sensory processing, anxiety, communication differences).
Desirable Criteria
- Experience working in a specialist SEN or autism provision.
- Experience adapting a subject curriculum for pupils working significantly below age-related expectations.
- Additional SEND or autism-specific training.
- Experience working with non-speaking or minimally speaking pupils.
- Experience contributing to subject leadership or curriculum development.
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. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
SEN English Teacher in Farnworth employer: REESON Education
REESON Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work culture that prioritises the growth and development of its tutors. With flexible scheduling and a competitive hourly rate, you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance while making a meaningful impact on students' learning journeys in Catcliffe. The company also provides ample professional development opportunities, ensuring that you can continuously enhance your skills and effectiveness as an educator.
