ASD Teacher in Huddersfield

Supply Teacher – Special Educational Needs - Kirklees £170 - £240 per day depending on experience, training and qualifications (pay to scale from M1 to M6). Flexible start dates with immediate opportunities - full and part time. Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are QTS and experience of working with SEND learners within a mainstream Primary, Designated Provision or Special School setting.

The Role

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Teacher to work within a specialist provision supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This role involves planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils with a range of additional needs, including communication difficulties, sensory processing challenges, and social, emotional and mental health needs. You will be responsible for creating a structured and supportive learning environment, using a range of strategies such as visual supports, adapted resources, and personalised learning plans to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum. Working closely with teaching assistants and other professionals, you will play a key role in supporting pupils’ academic progress, as well as their social development and emotional wellbeing. A strong understanding of ASD, alongside a patient, consistent, and nurturing approach, is essential. Experience with EHCPs, behaviour support strategies, and alternative communication methods (such as PECS or Makaton) would be highly beneficial.

The School

This specialist SEND provision, located within the Kirklees area, supports pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder and a range of additional complex needs. The setting caters for children and young people across a wide age range and is well‑regarded for its structured, nurturing approach. The school provides a highly supportive and inclusive environment, with a strong emphasis on communication, routine, and sensory‑aware learning. Class sizes are small, allowing for a personalised approach where pupils receive tailored support to achieve their full potential. Staff work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring consistency in approach and high-quality support for all pupils. The setting places a strong focus on developing independence, confidence, and emotional regulation. The school is easily accessible via public transport and offers on‑site parking.

Requirements

• Be a qualified teacher
• Have demonstrable experience of supporting and achieving exceptional outcomes with SEND learners within a mainstream or Special Needs setting
• Have the ability to teach across the curriculum following a nurture model
• Have skills in use of some AAC such as PECs and Makaton
• Be an effective, motivated and driven staff member, with high standards and aspirations for your young people, delivering appropriate challenge
• A calm, positive professional in tune with all forms of communication – verbal and non‑verbal

Benefits

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in‑house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), ensure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated team of consultants, who will provide ongoing support.