Specialist Teacher - Autism / CCN team

Specialist Teacher - Autism/CCN team

Employer: Worcestershire County Council

Location: Worcestershire

Salary: £48325 - £54369

Closing date: 28 Apr 2025

Reference: WCC/TP/3632/375

Sector: Local Councils

Job Type: Education - non-schools based

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Term time

Hours: Full-Time

Job Details

Job Title: Specialist Teacher for the Autism/CCN (Complex Communication Needs) Team

Salary: MPS/UPS (£31,650 - £49,084) + SEN 1-2 SEN allowance dependent on relevant experience and/or Masters level autism qualifications

32.5 Hours per Week (2 positions available)

Location: Main Work Base Location is Pershore Civic Centre

Permanent

Are you an inspiring and enthusiastic teacher? Do you have the knowledge and skills to join our team of dedicated and well-respected specialist teachers? Do you have a detailed knowledge of autism and a curiosity to find out more? Are you committed to improving the outcomes of all autistic learners? Are you able to support schools to improve their provision?

We have an exciting and rare opportunity to recruit two exceptional teachers to the team as Specialist Teachers for Autism/CCN. Specialist Teachers focus upon the effective delivery of child-centred, evidence-based practical advice that enhances educational provision in order to improve outcomes for children and young people. Specialist Teachers work at individual and whole-school levels. We are looking for someone with relevant experience and qualifications to join our friendly and supportive team and help us develop effective partnership working across Worcestershire to build high quality provision for autistic children and young people (and those with similar presentations).

You will manage a multi-age caseload within Worcestershire, providing bespoke assessments and support as well as contributing to the diagnostic pathway and statutory work for the Local Authority. You will build and maintain professional relationships with schools and partners to develop their practice and to contribute to the wider strategic plan of Worcestershire County Council. The role involves conducting assessments in a range of settings, including schools, colleges, nurseries and homes. Report writing can be carried out in the office base or from home.

You will be supported through a careful induction process to help you thrive in the position. The Autism/CCN is experienced and welcoming and are keen to support new members. Team members are able to meet virtually regularly for support and co-working with colleagues and the whole team meet in person at least monthly to collaborate.

You will be a passionate advocate for the children and young people of Worcestershire and confident in delivering training to a wide range of audiences. You will be able to engage in constructively critical conversations with settings in order to identify and effect change. You will use your up-to-date theoretical knowledge of autism and relevant practice in your role.

Our team is situated in the Inclusion Support Services Team of Worcestershire County Council. For an informal discussion please contact Stephen Fessey or Gemma Halstead at autism@worcestershire.gov.uk

Benefits:

• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 28/04/2025

Anticipated Interview Date: 12/05/25 or 14/05/25

Attached documents:

• Specialist teacher WCC autism Job Description.pdf
• Specialist teacher WCC Person Specification.pdf

Company

The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives!

With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

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Company info

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Location: Worcestershire County Council
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Worcestershire
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Are you an inspiring and enthusiastic teacher? Do you have the knowledge and skills to join our team of dedicated and well-respected specialist teachers? Do you have a detailed knowledge of autism and a curiosity to find out more? Are you committed to improving the outcomes of all autistic learners? Are you able to support schools to improve their provision? We have an exciting and rare opportunity to recruit two exceptional teachers to the team as Specialist Teachers for Autism/CCN. Specialist Teachers focus upon the effective delivery of child-centred, evidence-based practical advice that enhances educational provision in order to improve outcomes for children and young people. Specialist Teachers work at individual and whole-school levels. We are looking for someone with relevant experience and qualifications to join our friendly and supportive team and help us develop effective partnership working across Worcestershire to build high quality provision for autistic children and young people (and those with similar presentations). You will manage a multi-age caseload within Worcestershire, providing bespoke assessments and support as well as contributing to the diagnostic pathway and statutory work for the Local Authority. You will build and maintain professional relationships with schools and partners to develop their practice and to contribute to the wider strategic plan of Worcestershire County Council. The role involves conducting assessments in a range of settings, including schools, colleges, nurseries and homes. Report writing can be carried out in the office base or from home. You will be supported through a careful induction process to help you thrive in the position. The Autism/CCN is experienced and welcoming and are keen to support new members. Team members are able to meet virtually regularly for support and co-working with colleagues and the whole team meet in person at least monthly to collaborate. You will be a passionate advocate for the children and young people of Worcestershire and confident in delivering training to a wide range of audiences. You will be able to engage in constructively critical conversations with settings in order to identify and effect change. You will use your up-to-date theoretical knowledge of autism and relevant practice in your role., While you are working hard, doing your best for the people of Worcestershire, we will do our best to provide an environment that supports and inspires you. Here are some of the top reasons why you should work here.

The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives! With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.
Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care. Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.