Autism Base Lead Teacher - Primary SEN - Wandsworth

Autism Base Lead Teacher - Primary SEN Location: South West London Start Date: September 2025 Contract: Permanent Salary: £40,609 - £60,092 in line with MPS/UPS Inner London

Are you ready to lead a growing Autism provision in a values-led school?

We re working with a fantastic South West London primary school with a well-established Autism Resource Base that s about to grow in numbers, space, and ambition.

They re now looking for an experienced, confident and calm Lead ASD Teacher to join them from September 2025. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership teaching role where you ll shape practice, guide your team, and help set the tone for a nurturing, high-quality provision for pupils with autism.

About the role:

You ll be leading a class of primary-aged pupils with autism, all with EHCPs You ll guide a small, committed team of support staff, helping everyone give their best You ll work closely with the Head of Base and SENDCo to design and deliver an adapted curriculum You ll contribute to transition planning, parent liaison, annual reviews and pupil progress tracking Most importantly, you ll be a role model someone who leads with warmth, structure and high expectations

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys teaching but is also ready to step into wider responsibility. You'll still have a class, but play a big part in how the base evolves.

About you:

You have QTS or QTLS You have strong experience working with autistic pupils in a base, SEND, or specialist setting. You can adapt the National Curriculum and/or Engagement Model to suit individual needs. You re confident leading others you don t need to have held a title, but you have natural leadership skills. You believe in inclusion, dignity, and high expectations for every child You re organised, proactive, and calm under pressure

This role is not suitable for ECTs. We re looking for experienced teachers ready for the next step or already in a leadership role.

What s in it for you?

A permanent leadership teaching role starting in September Inner London MPS or UPS salary + SEN Allowance Paid weekly via PAYE only no umbrella deductions Support from a creative, values-led leadership team A developing provision with exciting future plans Part of a local Trust with access to outstanding CPD and leadership pathways Fantastic TAs, happy parents, and pupils who thrive when given the right support

Why apply through Parker Smith Inclusion?

At Parker Smith Inclusion, we specialise exclusively in SEND recruitment. Our reputation is built on integrity and expertise. With over 350 five-star Google reviews, we are committed to finding the right leadership opportunities for exceptional educators.

Benefits of PS Inclusion supporting you in your Lead ASD Teacher role search:

Tailored School Matches We carefully match you with schools that align with your leadership experience and career aspirations Exclusive Opportunities Many of our leadership roles are exclusive to Parker Smith Inclusion. That s how much our schools trust our service and knowledge Expert Knowledge Our strong relationships with schools and trusts mean we can provide valuable insight into the school s history, leadership structure, and culture Transparent Pay Structure All long-term roles are PAYE only, with no hidden umbrella costs. Your salary is matched from the beginning of your contract Comprehensive Interview Support We offer detailed interview preparation, increasing your chances of success Specialist Settings Opportunities in schools supporting children and young people with SEMH, EBSA, PMLD, SLD, ASC, Complex Needs, and MLD

Interested?

If you re an experienced SEN teacher who s ready to lead and make a lasting difference in an autism provision, we d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch with Heeji Moon at

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