Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A Special Educational Needs School in Caterham seeks a passionate Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant to support children with severe learning difficulties. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside professionals and make a real difference in students' lives while gaining vital experience in the field.

Benefits

On-site education and training

Support and CPD

Qualifications

• Interest in working with children with SEN.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience.
• Support students with behaviour and pastoral needs.
• Build effective relationships with students.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Compassion

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17.05.2025

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01.07.2025

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Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant - Caterham - Education and Training – SEN - Graduates

Are you an outstanding Graduate looking to gain experience before maybe pursuing a career as a SEN Teacher or Speech and Language Therapist? Are you motivated by supporting and helping children to reach their full potential?

Are you looking for a rewarding career supporting young people with Severe, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties?

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Apply today! This Special Educational Needs School in Caterham is for children aged 4-16 with severe learning difficulties (SLD). Most children have speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), and an Autism diagnosis.

This school is looking for a passionate and committed Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant. You will be supporting a small class of 7-10 students, working in partnership with the school's teaching staff, therapists and support staff to deliver specific interventions that aim to boost students’ learning, development and language acquisition.

As a Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a qualified Speech and Language Therapists, Teachers, and other professionals, and deliver interventions to children with speech, language and communicational needs both in small groups and 1:1. You will make a real difference to the lives of the children, gaining vital experience which will enable you to kick-start your future career.

Job role and responsibilities of a Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant:

* Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students
* Behaviour and pastoral support
* Take an active role in forward planning with therapists
* Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
* Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Caring, compassionate, and a good listener
* Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
* Ensure safeguarding of students, in line with procedures
* Personal care support
* Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD

Experience is not required, but candidates should demonstrate an interest in working with children with SEN.

**Start date ASAP - Caterham
**Excellent on-site education and training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students
**£80-£105 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.30pm, PAYE, term time only
**No previous experience is required
**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
**Must be able to travel to Caterham

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd, if you are interested in the Autism, Speech and Language Support Assistant role:
01483 362 636

Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.