Autism Hub Manager

Lift Hamford, Walton on the Naze, Essex, CO14 8TE

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Easter or sooner start

• Closing date

  26 March 2026 at 3:34pm

• Date listed

  5 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32916 - £45352 per annum

Autism Hub Manager job summary

MPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Permanent, Part Time (Monday - Wednesday)

19.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Easter or sooner start

We are looking for an experienced and committed Autism Hub Manager to lead and develop our specialist Autism provision, The Ark, at Lift Hamford. This is an important role within the school, ensuring pupils with autism receive the high-quality education, care and support they need to thrive.

Working closely with the SENDCo, you will oversee the day to day running of the Hub, lead a small specialist team and ensure provision is inclusive, ambitious and responsive to individual needs. The role brings together leadership, specialist teaching and partnership working with families and external professionals to support pupils' progress and wellbeing.

Lift Hamford is a vibrant school within the Lift Schools network that achieved a good inspection in November 2022 and serves our coastal community. We strive to ensure that children get the best opportunities to achieve the highest possible outcomes and that high quality learning is at the heart of everything we do.

You will:

* Lead and manage the Autism Hub and support pupils with autism across the school
* Line manage a team of Learning Support Assistants within the provision
* Monitor pupil progress and adapt support to secure strong academic, social and emotional outcomes
* Work closely with teachers, families and external professionals
* Lead EHCP reviews and contribute to annual review meetings
* Promote inclusive practice and share effective strategies with colleagues

You will need to bring:

* Qualified Teacher Status and experience working with pupils with autism or complex SEND
* Strong knowledge of autism-informed practice and inclusive strategies
* Experience working with EHCPs and supporting annual reviews
* The ability to lead a team and build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
* A calm, organised and thoughtful approach when supporting pupils with additional needs

We would love to show you around and talk about this exciting opportunity. For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact us.

Closing date : 23rd March 2026

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

* Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
* Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
* Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
* Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Lift Hamford

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 380 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Lift Hamford website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hamford-primary-academy

Lift Hamford, part of Lift Schools is a welcoming two-form entry school in the coastal town of Walton-on-the-Naze. We are committed to giving every child the very best opportunities to thrive, with high-quality learning at the heart of everything we do.

Our vision is to unlock potential, nurture curiosity, and instil a lifelong love of learning. We want every child to feel inspired, supported and challenged developing the skills and confidence to succeed in the modern world while creating lasting memories.

Hamford continues to grow and evolve. We are proud to have a new nursery for 2–4 year olds and facilities that include a modern building for upper Key Stage 2, a dedicated Wellbeing Hub, extensive outdoor grounds, and an Autism Support Centre funded by Essex County Council.

Our strong team culture is central to our success. With passionate teachers, skilled teaching assistants in every year group, and a committed leadership team, pupils are at the heart of every decision we make. Staff benefit from supportive colleagues, professional development opportunities, and a working environment that values wellbeing and collaboration.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

Our mission:

We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

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