Autism & SEN Teaching Assistant — Guildford

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd is recruiting for experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join a specialist autism-focused setting in Guildford, Surrey. You will work with experienced SEN Teachers to support pupils with autism, complex needs and communication challenges.

Roles include 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with transitions and behavioural strategies, and contributing to a consistent classroom routine in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience within specialist SEND settings is essential.
• Patience, reliability, adaptability and confidence in supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Ability to support autistic pupils and those with communication difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Support autistic pupils to access learning.
• Help pupils develop communication and independence.
• Support non-speaking pupils and those using AAC.
• Support sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing.
• Assist with transitions and changes to routine.
• Respond calmly to behaviours that challenge.
• Reinforce classroom routines and expectations.
• Support learning through practical and sensory approaches.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider classroom team.
• Assist with personal care or physical needs where required.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Autism experience

Complex learning needs

Communication difficulties

Non-speaking pupils

Sensory needs

Emotional regulation

Behaviour support

Job description

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd is recruiting for experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join a specialist autism-focused setting in Guildford, Surrey. You will work with experienced SEN Teachers to support pupils with autism, complex needs and communication challenges.

Roles include 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with transitions and behavioural strategies, and contributing to a consistent classroom routine in a nurturing environment.