Lead Teaching Assistant – Autism & Special Needs

The Cambian Group; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cambian Group at Bletchley Park School is seeking a Lead Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 7–19 with autism and complex needs. You will work with teachers to plan and deliver learning activities, monitor progress, and help create a calm, structured environment.

This 37.5-hour/week, Monday–Friday role runs during term time. The successful candidate will bring patience, good communication, and a passion for improving outcomes for young people in our care.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication is essential.
• Calm under pressure with professional appearance.
• Experience with young people with additional needs preferred.
• Ability to lead and be led within a team of staff.
• Experience working with autism or learning disabilities is advantageous.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Assist teacher in lesson planning and preparation.
• Provide learning activities for students both on and off site.
• Assess student progress and support progression and life skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Teaching Assistants in class to meet each pupil's needs.
• Assist with planning and preparation of work in collaboration with the teacher.
• Support delivery of learning activities for students on and off site.
• Monitor and record progress, helping students progress in formal and life skills.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Calm under pressure

Professional attitude

Team leadership

Experience with additional needs

Organisational skills

Planning with teachers

Delivering learning activities

Progress tracking

Coordinating teaching assistants

Job description

The Cambian Group at Bletchley Park School is seeking a Lead Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 7–19 with autism and complex needs. You will work with teachers to plan and deliver learning activities, monitor progress, and help create a calm, structured environment.

This 37.5-hour/week, Monday–Friday role runs during term time. The successful candidate will bring patience, good communication, and a passion for improving outcomes for young people in our care.