SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant (PMLD, Autism)

Aspire People; Essex; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive schools

Professional development

SEN career path

Professional network

Long-term roles

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is recruiting compassionate Teaching Assistants to join specialist schools along the Essex border and NE London. These roles support children with PMLD, autism and SLCN, providing tailored, sensory-friendly lessons and dedicated 1:1 or small-group support.

You will work under trained teams, assist with personal care where needed, use positive behaviour strategies, and collaborate with families and therapists.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND is desirable but not essential.
• Genuine passion for supporting pupils with complex needs.
• Good literacy and numeracy; relevant qualifications or a degree are a plus.
• Excellent communication and ability to build trusting relationships.
• Caring, patient, calm and resilient approach.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging, sensory and accessible lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to boost communication, independence and confidence.
• Assist with personal care, mobility and medical routines where required (PMLD settings).
• Use positive behaviour strategies to promote a calm, safe and structured environment.
• Help prepare visual supports, sensory resources and adapted materials.
• Work closely with families, therapists and other professionals.

Skills

Compassionate

Resilient

Proactive

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant qualifications or a degree

Job description

Aspire People Limited is recruiting compassionate Teaching Assistants to join specialist schools along the Essex border and NE London. These roles support children with PMLD, autism and SLCN, providing tailored, sensory-friendly lessons and dedicated 1:1 or small-group support.

You will work under trained teams, assist with personal care where needed, use positive behaviour strategies, and collaborate with families and therapists.