Autism/ Special Needs Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Westbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Autism/Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Westbury. This role offers a unique opportunity to support children and young adults with complex Autism and learning disabilities. As a key member of a top specialist school, you will provide emotional support, enhance communication skills, and collaborate with a dedicated team of educators and therapists. This position is ideal for graduates in Psychology or Criminology looking to gain invaluable experience in the field of special education. Join a supportive environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs is beneficial.
• Graduates in Psychology or Criminology are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and mental health support to all students.
• Help pupils reach academic milestones and improve life skills.
• Manage challenging behaviour and develop positive strategies.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Support for Special Needs

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

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Westbury, United Kingdom

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Education

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a friendly and bubbly graduate? Are you interested in Autism and Special Educational Needs? Do you want to help support children and young adults?

If yes, then this could be the role for you…

One of the top specialist schools in Salisbury are looking for a Graduate to support their pupils with complex Autism and learning disabilities as a Teaching Assistant. The children at this school range from 3 to 16 years of age, and will benefit from a caring, empathetic and engaging graduate who is passionate about supporting vulnerable children. The school employs a therapeutic approach, meaning the children engage in many activities outside of traditional lessons. Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs would be beneficial for this role!

As an Autism/Special Needs Teaching Assistant your main duties will include…

* Providing emotional and mental health support to all students
* Helping pupils reach their academic milestones, whilst also increasing their interpersonal and life skills
* Managing challenging behaviour and developing positive behaviour strategies
* Improving communication, through speech and language support, visual aids and Makaton
* Collaborating with Teachers, Support Staff and multi-therapy teams

This is a fantastic opportunity for any Psychology or Criminology Graduate to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. In addition, you will gain invaluable experience working with special needs, neurodiversity and mental health difficulties. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or teacher.

* Autism/Special Needs Teaching Assistant
* Graduate Opportunity
* ASAP Start
* Salisbury
* £80 to £90 per day (8:45am to 3:15pm)

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today with your current CV.

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