Autistic Spectrum Advisory Teacher (Ref: 02686)
Education Services
Learning Support Service
Based in Newbury
Requires a Part-time Teacher (0.3 fte) for pupils with ASD from September 2007 (or as
soon as possible) TLR 2a + I SEN Point
We are looking for an experienced SEN teacher with knowledge, experience and enthusiasm
for working with pupils with ASD.
As part of the Learning Support Team, you will be responsible for supporting mainstream
schools in planning for pupils with ASD, providing ongoing training and support for schools and
establishing individual and group teaching programmes for pupils with ASD. You will be
committed to working with schools to develop inclusive mainstream provision.
For further details please contact Fiona Cameron on 01635 519047 or 30572.
For an application form and information pack please call the 24-hour answerphone on
01635 519122 or email: recruitment@westberks.gov.uk quoting the post reference
number 02686 To be considered for this post, an application form must be completed.
Please ensure that your completed form is with us by the closing date.
Closing date: 3rd May 2007
JOB DESCRIPTION
Authority: West Berkshire LEA
Post Reference No: 02686
Department/Division
Education
Location: Learning Support Team Base
Job Title: Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Advisory Teacher
Grade/Salary Range: TPS & TLR 2a & 1
SEN point
JOB PURPOSE
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To develop and monitor the work of the Autism Service in collaboration with other
professionals, including production, implementation and review of the service
development plan and service standards
To work with schools in planning for pupils with Autistic Spectrum Disorders
To provide Code of Practice assessments and reports for the Local Authority
To provide ongoing support for schools regarding Autistic Spectrum Disorders
To develop SEN resources and deliver training
DESIGNATION OF POST ANS POSITION WITHIN DEPARTMENTAL STRUCTURE
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To work as part of the Learning Support Team
This post is line managed by the Learning Support Services Manager
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONIBILITIES
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To work closely with schools and SENCos to develop agreed programmes for pupils
with Autistic Spectrum Disorders
To develop and monitor the work of the Autism Service in collaboration with other
professionals, including production, implementation and review of the service
development plan and service standards
To provide assessments and reports for pupils with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.
To maintain appropriate records on pupil s and prepare written reports for schools
To provide teaching as appropriate for pupils with Autistic Disorders or staff working
with them
To advise on equipment and resources to support pupils’ learning
To participate in liaison meetings to plan for and support pupils’ learning
To participate in meetings and training for Learning Support Team members as
appropriate
To maintain records of how time is used
To maintain up to date knowledge of latest research and developments in the area of
Autistic Spectrum Disorder
To provide training for schools, teachers, learning support staff and other
professionals through individualised or corporate training.
To work in partnership with other support services and agencies to support pupils
with Autistic Spectrum Disorder
To work within West Berkshire Council policy and guidelines
Any other duties which reasonably fall with the purview of the post, which may be
allocated by the Learning Support Services Manager after consultation with the post
holder
SCOPE OF THE JOB (Budgetary/Resource control, Impact)
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Advice on deployment of Local Authority SEN resources
Reducing statements and need for pupils to move to more expensive provision.