ASD Specialist Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Chatham. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting children with ASD, assisting with their academic, social, and emotional development. Responsibilities include providing dedicated support, collaborating with teachers, and implementing strategies for behaviour management. This is a full-time position offering an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASD is essential.
• Patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with ASD.
• Assist with learning activities and classroom engagement.
• Implement strategies to support behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO.
• Support inclusion within a mainstream setting.

Skills

Support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Classroom engagement

Behaviour and emotional regulation strategies

Collaborative work with teachers and SENCO

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - ASD (1:1 Support)

Location: Chatham, Kent

Hours: Full Time

Start Date: ASAP

Academics Rochester are currently recruiting for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a mainstream primary school in Chatham.

The successful candidate will have prior experience working with children with ASD and be confident supporting their academic, social, and emotional development within a classroom setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with ASD
• Assisting with learning activities and classroom engagement
• Implementing strategies to support behaviour and emotional regulation
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO
• Supporting inclusion within a mainstream setting

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children with ASD (essential)
• Experience working 1:1 in a school setting
• Patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working with a supportive school and agency.

If you are interested, please send your CV in a word format to Anita Holman at Academics