ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Experienced specialist education team

Potential to become permanent

Job summary

Senploy is seeking an ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant for a specialist school near London Colney, Hertfordshire. You will provide 1:1 support, assist small groups, and help pupils access personalised learning within a structured classroom.

The role covers primary and secondary ages with ASD/ADHD and communication needs; training is provided. Term-time only, full-time hours, with potential to become permanent and a supportive education team.

Qualifications

• Patient, approachable and compassionate.
• Confident working with children and young people.
• Interest in developing a career in specialist education.
• Experience or familiarity with ASD/ADHD or communication needs is desirable.
• Calm, consistent approach in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to pupils where required.
• Working with small groups to encourage participation and learning.
• Helping pupils access classroom activities and personalised learning.
• Supporting pupils with communication and social interaction.
• Encouraging independence and building pupil confidence.
• Using calm and consistent approaches to manage behaviour.
• Supporting emotional regulation and sensory needs.
• Help create a structured, positive classroom environment.
• Building trusting relationships and working with teachers to meet EHCP objectives.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group teaching

Communication with pupils

Behaviour management

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Location: Near London Colney, Hertfordshire

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am-4.00pm

Working Pattern: Term Time Only

Contract: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent

ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant - Near London Colney

We are currently seeking an ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school near Near London Colney, Hertfordshire. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to help pupils build confidence, develop independence and engage positively with their education.

The school works with children and young people across primary and secondary age groups. Pupils may have a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, communication difficulties, sensory processing needs, moderate learning difficulties and associated educational needs.

What will you be doing?

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to pupils where required


• Working with small groups to encourage participation and learning


• Helping pupils access classroom activities and personalised learning


• Supporting pupils with communication and social interaction


• Encouraging independence and helping pupils develop confidence


• Using calm and consistent approaches when managing behaviour


• Supporting children with emotional regulation and sensory needs


• Helping create a structured and positive classroom environment


• Developing positive, trusting relationships with pupils


• Working alongside teachers and support staff to meet individual needs and EHCP objectives

What are we looking for?

• Patient, approachable and compassionate


• Confident working with children and young people


• Interested in developing a career within specialist education


• Familiar with ASD, ADHD or communication needs, ideally through previous experience


• Able to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations


• A strong communicator who works well with others


• Positive and encouraging in your approach


• Committed to supporting pupils' wellbeing as well as their education

Previous SEN or ASD experience is desirable but not essential, as training can be provided for the right person.

An enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service is required for this position.

Whats on offer?

• Monday-Friday, 9.00am-4.00pm


• Full-time hours


• Training and opportunities for professional development


• Support from an experienced specialist education team


• The opportunity to gain valuable experience working with pupils with ASD and additional needs


• Potential for the position to become permanent

Safeguarding

Inspire EHC and the partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to the necessary safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position.