ASD Teacher - Specialist Setting
Full-time | Term-Time Only | September Start
£32,916 - £51,048 (depending on experience)
Location: Cheltenham
Are you a passionate, nurturing and highly motivated teacher with a strong interest in Autism (ASD), looking to make a meaningful impact in specialist education? A forward-thinking and high-achieving specialist school in Cheltenham is seeking a dedicated ASD Teacher to join their exceptional team.
This ASD Teacher opportunity is based within a well-established and highly regarded autism provision in Cheltenham, specifically designed to support pupils with ASD. The setting provides a structured, low-arousal and highly supportive environment, using evidence-based, autism-specific approaches to help pupils thrive both academically and socially.
The Role: ASD Teacher - Specialist Setting
As an ASD Teacher - Specialist Setting in Cheltenham, you will:
*Lead a class of pupils with ASD, supporting a range of communication and sensory needs
*Deliver highly structured, predictable and differentiated lessons tailored to individual EHCPs
*Implement autism-specific strategies such as TEACCH, visual timetables, PECS and structured teaching approaches
*Support pupils with communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and sensory processing
*Create a low-arousal, consistent and safe learning environment that reduces anxiety and supports engagement
*Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, including speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and pastoral staff in Cheltenham
Why Apply for this ASD Teacher - Specialist Setting role?
*Join a specialist ASD provision in Cheltenham with a strong focus on autism best practice
*Access high-quality CPD in autism-specific strategies, communication methods and sensory integration
*Work in a structured, supportive and nurturing environment designed specifically for pupils with ASD
*Be part of a collaborative, experienced and forward-thinking team
*Develop expertise in autism education, behaviour support and therapeutic approaches
*Make a meaningful impact supporting pupils with ASD to build confidence, independence and life skills in Cheltenham
Ideal Candidate - ASD Teacher - Specialist Setting
We are looking for an ASD Teacher in Cheltenham who is:
*Qualified with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
*Experienced working with ASD, SLD, PMLD or ASC (or strong SEN placement experience for ECTs)
*Patient, resilient, empathetic and adaptable
*Confident supporting personal care and working alongside medical professionals
*Knowledgeable in sensory strategies, communication methods (PECS, Makaton, etc.)
*Passionate about inclusive education and continuous professional development
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful difference as an ASD Teacher - Specialist Setting in Cheltenham, apply now by submitting your CV to this advert.
ASD Teacher - Specialist Setting