About the role
The Specialist Teacher for Autism and Neurodivergence provides expert guidance, intervention, and training to support children and young people with a range of neurodivergent profiles – including Autism Spectrum Difficulties (ASD) and persistent demand avoidance (PDA), ADHD, Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), Dyspraxia (DCD), and other cognitive or sensory differences. The role strengthens inclusive practice across schools and settings, ensuring that learners can access education, thrive socially, and achieve their potential.
About you
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Significant experience working with autistic and neurodivergent learners.
- Strong understanding of neurodiversity, sensory processing, communication differences, and co-occurring needs.
- Ability to deliver training and coach staff effectively.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based practice.
What you will do
- Support schools to set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
- Advise schools on the development of Individual Development Plans (IDPs), provision maps and person-centred planning.
- Work with schools and parents/carers to resolve issues and concerns.
- Participate in Performance Management and any relevant development programmes.
- Attend team meetings, as appropriate.
- Attend panels (PIP, behaviour consultation and EYPIP).
If you have any questions about the role, please contact: Aysha Waghorn – Inclusion Manager aysha.waghorn@powys.gov.uk
This position has a requirement for an Enhanced DBS Check
Service: Schools – Teaching
Please note that at this point, Powys County Council is not accepting applicants who require a Skilled Worker visa as a prerequisite to a right to work in the UK. Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy.
What we offer
- We will train you and develop your skills
- Flexible Working
- Guaranteed defined benefit Pension Scheme
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