SEN/ASD Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Tendring; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time role

September 2026 start

Dedicated consultant support

CPD opportunities

PAYE - no umbrella fees

CPD programme access

Work across Essex

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment in Tendring, Essex, is seeking an Autism Spectrum Disorder Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school from September 2026. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ASD, helping them with learning, communication and development in a calm, structured environment.

You will work closely with teachers and the SENCO, implement individual strategies, support transitions and behaviour, and help pupils thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Qualifications

• Patient, calm, understanding and resilient with a passion for supporting pupils with ASD.
• Previous experience supporting pupils with ASD is highly desirable.
• Experience with communication difficulties, sensory needs, ADHD or SEMH is advantageous.
• Transferable experience from related roles is welcome.
• Able to adapt approaches to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASD.
• Support pupils' learning, communication and development.
• Help pupils manage transitions, routines and changes during the day.
• Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Implement individual learning strategies.
• Support pupils with sensory processing difficulties.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and other professionals.
• Create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Understanding

Resilience

Job description

Autism Spectrum Disorder Teaching Assistant - Tendring, Essex. Autism Spectrum Disorder Teaching Assistant - Tendring, Essex Full-Time | September 2026 Start | Long-Term Opportunity. Tradewind Recruitment are currently looking for a dedicated and compassionate Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in the Tendring area of Essex from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone with experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, who is passionate about helping pupils to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Supporting pupils with their learning, communication and development
• Helping pupils manage transitions, routines and changes throughout the school day
• Supporting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Implementing individual support and learning strategies
• Supporting pupils who may experience sensory processing difficulties
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social development
• Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and other professionals
• Creating a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff

The Ideal Candidate

• The school is looking for someone who is patient, calm, understanding and resilient, with a genuine passion for working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Previous experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder is highly desirable.
• Experience with communication difficulties, sensory needs, ADHD, SEMH or complex learning needs would also be advantageous.
• You may be an experienced ASD Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Youth Worker or someone with relevant transferable experience.
• Most importantly, you will understand that every child is an individual and be able to adapt your approach to meet their specific needs.

What Tradewind Recruitment Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Full-Time, long-term opportunity
• September 2026 start
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
• PAYE - no umbrella company fees
• Access to our CPD programme
• Opportunities to work with a wide range of schools across Essex