*A clear understanding of the needs of autistic pupils
*Evidence of excellent class teaching in a school for autistic pupils in the EYFS and KS1
*An ability to plan and implement good classroom practice and management 4. The ability to lead a specific curriculum area according to the needs of the EYFS and KS1
*Effective behaviour support skills
*The ability to model best practice
*The ability to coordinate professional development across the EYFS and KS1 classes to ensure autism best practice in line with trust expectations
*The ability to manage class teams and to lead staff development to maintain ASD best practice
*The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team (i.e. with members of the Health or Social Services team and other educational professionals)
*The ability to communicate clearly and effectively to students for whom communication is a major barrier to learning
*The ability to communicate effectively in writing
*A commitment to working in partnership with parents
*An understanding of and a commitment to Equal Opportunities
*Evidence of good / outstanding teaching.