Autism-Focused SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support)

Aspire People; Towcester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus (£100-£250)

Free CPD & training

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants for an Autism Specialist School near Towcester. You will support students with autism to access the curriculum and develop social, academic and life skills in a nurturing environment.

The role requires patience, compassion and a collaborative spirit to work with teachers, therapists and other professionals to ensure holistic progress for each child.

Qualifications

• Experience working with autism or additional special educational needs.
• Caring, patient and empathetic nature with a passion for supporting children with autism.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt approaches to meet individual student needs.
• Qualification such as Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant is advantageous but not essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
• Experience or willingness to undertake autism-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Support students with autism in accessing the curriculum, promoting academic and personal development.
• Assist with delivery of IEPs and behaviour management strategies.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs.
• Help develop social and communication skills, encouraging independence and self-esteem.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, therapists and other professionals for holistic learning and wellbeing.
• Offer support with daily activities, including personal care as required.
• Help create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Autism experience

Empathetic

Communication

Team player

Flexible

Autism training

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Aspire People is recruiting Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistants for an Autism Specialist School near Towcester. You will support students with autism to access the curriculum and develop social, academic and life skills in a nurturing environment.

The role requires patience, compassion and a collaborative spirit to work with teachers, therapists and other professionals to ensure holistic progress for each child.