Job details

Salary: Main Pay Range plus SEN allowance

Employer: Holway Park Community Primary School

Location: Taunton, Somerset,

Contract type: Permanent

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 12 November 2026 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

Permanent Part-Time 0.5fte (days must include Friday)

January 2027 start preferred

What will I be doing?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled, and committed Specialist Autism Teacher to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will contribute to our specialist autism provision (ASC), delivering bespoke, neurodiversity-affirming learning experiences for autistic children.
You will work closely with our team of skilled practitioners to reduce barriers to learning, support sensory and communication needs, and champion inclusive practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, differentiate, and deliver a tailored curriculum that meets the individual EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) outcomes of autistic pupils.
  • Use autism-specific approaches, communication interventions, and proactive, trauma-informed behaviour support strategies.
  • Collaborate and build strong working relationships with parents, carers, and external support agencies.
  • Track, assess, and report on pupil progress using appropriate framework tracking

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK.
  • Desirable-Proven experience teaching autistic pupils or working within a specialist SEND / resourced provision setting.
  • A deep understanding of autism, communication profiles (e.g., PECS, AAC, Makaton), and sensory processing needs.
  • A passionate, resilient, and collaborative approach committed to inclusive, neurodiversity-affirming education.

DBS check

DBS check required.

Supporting documents and information

Holway Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks including online checks.
Application by SCC Application forms ONLY, NO CVs, should be sent to the Headteacher via email susan.brewer@holwaypark.somerset.sch.uk

Closing Date Thursday 12 November 2026

Interview Date Wednesday 18 November 2026

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