Dedicated SEND & Autism Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)

Woodlands School; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlands School in Milton Keynes is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our team. You will work alongside at least two colleagues to support pupils with autism and social communication needs in a calm, respectful environment.

Hours are full-time, 32.5 hours per week, term-time only, with sessions from 8:30 to 3:25 (Mon-Wed) and 8:30-4:00 Thursday, 8:30-3:15 Friday. Swimming participation is required as part of the curriculum, and candidates must be over 18.

Qualifications

• Experience is not required, but a passion to support children with special educational needs is essential.
• Ability to communicate clearly in a calm and respectful manner.
• Willingness to participate in swimming and be over 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism and social communication needs under supervision.
• Assist with classroom activities, routines, and small-group support.
• Contribute to safeguarding and school policies and maintain a safe learning environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Clear communication

Reliability

Job description

Woodlands School in Milton Keynes is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our team. You will work alongside at least two colleagues to support pupils with autism and social communication needs in a calm, respectful environment.

Hours are full-time, 32.5 hours per week, term-time only, with sessions from 8:30 to 3:25 (Mon-Wed) and 8:30-4:00 Thursday, 8:30-3:15 Friday. Swimming participation is required as part of the curriculum, and candidates must be over 18.