Autism Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

Join a welcoming and supportive SEN school in Basingstoke as a full-time Learning Support Assistant. This role is perfect for those passionate about helping children aged 4-19 with special educational needs thrive in an inclusive environment. You will work closely with students, providing one-to-one support and assisting in lesson delivery tailored to their individual needs. Collaborate with a dedicated team to create a positive classroom atmosphere and encourage students' personal and academic growth. If you're committed to making a real difference in children's lives, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and development

Supportive team environment

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school environment.
• Passion for supporting young people with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
• Assist with lesson delivery tailored to individual needs.
• Encourage personal, social, and academic development.

Skills

Supporting students with diverse needs

Strong communication skills

Collaboration with teachers

Positive attitude

Education

Child Enhanced DBS

Job description

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We’re excited to offer a wonderful opportunity at a welcoming and supportive Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Basingstoke, focused on providing an inclusive and nurturing environment for children aged 4-19 with a wide range of learning needs. The school is dedicated to helping students with special educational needs, including learning disabilities, social and communication challenges, and physical needs, to thrive and reach their full potential. There is room for candidates to work across primary and secondary age groups within the school. The studnets have a primary diagnosis of Autism and other learning and communication needs.

The school is committed to delivering high-quality education and care, ensuring that each student receives the support they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. They believe that with the right guidance and encouragement, every child can make remarkable progress.

We’re now seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join the team and support students across various age groups. If you have a passion for working with young people and helping them overcome challenges, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Supporting students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups

Assisting with the delivery of lessons tailored to individual student needs

Helping the teacher manage behaviour and create a positive classroom atmosphere

Encouraging students' personal, social, and academic development

Supporting the setup of activities and classroom resources

What We’re Looking For:

A genuine passion for supporting young people with diverse needs

Experience working with children, ideally in a school or similar environment

Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with others

A positive, can-do attitude and a commitment to providing excellent support

A Child Enhanced DBS on the update service (this will be required at your own cost)

What We Offer:

£13.75 per hour

Full-time, term-time role

A supportive and friendly team environment

Opportunities for training and development

If you're someone who is dedicated to making a real difference in children's lives and you are excited about working in an inclusive and rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now, and our team will be in touch with you shortly.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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