Specialist Teacher to lead Autism Specialist Provision
Closing in 10 days (12 November 2026 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: Main Scale/UPS plus SEN Point
Employer: Holway Park School
Location: Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2JA
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 12 November 2026 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
Specialist Teacher to lead Autism Specialist Provision
January 2026 Start preferred
Full-Time Permanent Position- Main Scale/UPS plus SEN Point
MLT position with TLR to work alongside our SENCOs and Headteacher.
Holway Park ASC Centre is a large ASC SEN Specialist Support Provision with 5 Classes pupils are aged between 4-11 years.
What will I be doing?
To deliver & monitor high quality educational provision for students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), ensuring progress against the outcomes and targets specified in their EHCP. This includes supporting students to access inclusion in mainstream lessons where appropriate. Work with and develop a staff team to effectively support students. Track pupil progress and use assessment to adapt and refine teaching. Collaborate with parents, carers and external professionals.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
- Additional SEND qualifications (e.g., NASENCo, autism-specific training) are highly desirable.
Experience
- Proven experience in teaching students with special educational needs (SEN), specifically Autism (ASC) for a minimum 3 years.
- Proven experience leading/managing staff
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, PECS, Makaton, Trauma Informed Practice and positive behaviour support strategies
Personal Attributes
- Resilient, flexible, creative, patient, empathetic, and passionate about inclusive 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 Please state clearly the role applied for.
Closing Date- Thursday 12 November 2026
Interview Date- Tuesday 17 November 2026
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