SEND Teacher - Autism Base (Secondary Special Needs School)
Location: Stockport
Agency: Tempest
Start Date: 5th January / Negotiable
Contract: Full-time, Ongoing
Pay: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience & qualifications)
Tempest are working in partnership with a dedicated Secondary Special Needs School in Stockport to recruit an experienced SEND Teacher for their specialist Autism Base. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive environment and make a meaningful impact on young people with complex needs.
About the Role
You will be leading a small, well-staffed class of 8-12 students, aged 11-18, all with Autism and additional learning needs. Pupils in this class are currently working at Year 3 to Year 7 levels, and may at times become disregarded in the classroom.
The school promotes a calm, structured approach and offers excellent support from a strong team of Teaching Assistants-a minimum of 2 TAs per class, with some groups having up to 4, depending on individual needs.
Your responsibilities will include:
Planning and delivering engaging lessons (support provided)
Creating a safe, nurturing and consistent learning environment
Managing behaviour using positive support strategies
Working closely with support staff and the wider SEND team
Differentiating learning to meet a wide range of abilities
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
PGCE or QTS preferred
Unqualified teachers considered where strong SEND classroom experience is demonstrated
Experience working with children with Autism and additional needs
Strong behaviour-management and de-escalation skills
A calm, resilient approach and an ability to build positive relationships
DBS on the Update Service (essential)
Team Teach or similar training (preferred but not essential)
What Tempest Offers:
Competitive pay, paid weekly
A dedicated consultant and ongoing support
Access to additional CPD and training
The chance to work in an established, highly regarded SEND setting
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV to