Specialist SEN Teacher – Autism and SLD Provision
Location: Preston
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2027 (Immediate assessment and trial days available)
Tradewind are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and dedicated full-time Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher to join a close-knit, collaborative team at a specialist autism school. This provision supports pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). The learning environment is nurturing, highly structured, and personalised, with a strong focus on communication, independence, emotional regulation, and preparation for adulthood. Many of our pupils access learning through developmentally appropriate, play-based, and experiential approaches, making an Early Years or Primary education background ideal.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver a highly differentiated curriculum tailored to the complex needs of individual students.
- Implement autism-friendly practices, communication strategies, and sensory regulation support.
- Foster student independence and life skills aligned with preparation for adulthood.
- Build positive, collaborative relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
Person Specification
- Proven experience working within a specialist SEN setting supporting Autism (ASC) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).
- Background in Primary or Early Years education with expertise in play-based and experiential learning.
- Nurturing, flexible, and creative approach to teaching with high expectations for pupils with complex needs.
- Genuine passion for improving educational outcomes for children with SEND.
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