SEN - Sen Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is recruiting an Autism 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Stratford. You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student with autism, helping them access the curriculum, settle in, and progress academically, socially and emotionally.

The role is full-time, 8:30am–3:30pm, on a temp-to-perm basis. Experience with autism and strong communication skills are essential. A valid DBS and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with autism.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient, with a calm and consistent approach.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build trust.
• Experience of secondary-age students is desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge of strategies such as TEACCH, PECS or Social Stories is a bonus.
• Right to work in the UK and willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check (or hold an up-to-date DBS on the Update Service).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support in lessons, helping the student stay engaged and access learning.
• Use strategies such as visual timetables, structured routines and clear, calm communication.
• Support the student with transitions, unstructured times and sensory needs.
• Help develop social skills and positive peer relationships.
• Work closely with the SENCO, teachers and parents/carers to follow the student's EHCP and support plan.
• Encourage independence and build the student's confidence.
• Record progress and feed back to the wider team.

Skills

Autism support

Communication

Empathy

Secondary pupils experience (desirable

Calm & consistent approach

Job description

We're currently recruiting for an Autism 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Stratford.

THE ROLE

You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student (or small group of students) with autism, helping them access the mainstream curriculum, feel settled in school and make progress academically, socially and emotionally.

KEY DETAILS

• Role: Autism 1:1 Teaching Assistant
• School: Mainstream secondary school, Stratford
• Contract: Temp to Perm
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide 1:1 support in lessons, helping the student stay engaged and access learning
• Use strategies such as visual timetables, structured routines and clear, calm communication
• Support the student with transitions, unstructured times and sensory needs
• Help develop social skills and positive peer relationships
• Work closely with the SENCO, teachers and parents/carers to follow the student's EHCP and support plan
• Encourage independence and build the student's confidence
• Record progress and feed back to the wider team

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Experience supporting children or young people with autism (school, care or other settings)
• Patient, empathetic and resilient, with a calm and consistent approach
• Good communication skills and the ability to build trust
• Experience of secondary-age students is desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of strategies such as TEACCH, PECS or Social Stories is a bonus
• Right to work in the UK and willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check (or hold an up-to-date DBS on the Update Service)

WHY APPLY?

• Make a real difference to a young person's school experience
• Supportive school with a strong SEN team
• Excellent transport links, close to Stratford station