1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - ASD Focus

GSL Education; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education seeks a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant focused on Autism Spectrum Disorder for a primary school in Pevensey. This position involves providing tailored support to enhance learning and social skills, and offers competitive daily pay. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and strong interpersonal skills, ready to make a meaningful impact in an inclusive educational environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay of £90–£100

Flexible day-to-day assignments

Opportunities to develop specialist skills in ASD support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASD and SEN in a school setting.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Must have suitable references and an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised 1:1 support to a pupil with ASD.
• Adapt activities to meet specific needs and learning styles.
• Support development of communication and social skills.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Adaptability

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25.06.2025

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Job Description:

Position: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – ASD Focus
Salary: £90–£100 per day (Depending on experience)
Location: Pevensey
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Short-term, Day-to-Day Supply

Are you a patient and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
GSL Education are recruiting a committed 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support for a pupil with ASD in a welcoming primary school in Pevensey, East Sussex. This flexible, day-to-day supply role offers a rewarding chance to make a real difference.

About the Role

• Provide individualised 1:1 support to a pupil with ASD to help them access learning and daily routines
• Adapt activities and resources to meet the pupil’s specific needs and learning style
• Collaborate closely with teachers and SENCO to implement strategies and monitor progress
• Support the development of communication, social, and behavioural skills in line with the pupil’s needs

About the School

• Inclusive Primary Setting: Focused on nurturing each child’s potential in a supportive environment
• Experienced SEN Team: Work alongside staff committed to effective SEND provision
• Child-Centred Approach: Emphasis on tailored support and positive outcomes

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting children with ASD and SEN in a school setting
• Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must have suitable references and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply)

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

What we offer

• Competitive daily pay of £90–£100
• Flexible day-to-day assignments in local primary schools
• Supportive and responsive consultants
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills in ASD support

For more information about the position, please contact Jade Cantlie-King at GSL Education.
To apply for the role of 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – ASD Focus, please use the application link or visit GSL Education’s website.