SEN Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 18,450 - 23,985; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist SEN/Autism training

Structured working environment

Job summary

Reeson Education are seeking a disciplined SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist) to provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with Autism in a well-organised Rotherham school setting. You will reinforce routines, structured learning, and behaviour frameworks to keep pupils focused and supported during the school day.

Experience in SEN or specialist settings, clear communication, and an understanding of EHCPs are essential; an enhanced DBS or willingness to apply through

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting pupils with Autism in SEN or specialist settings.
• Clear, direct communication.
• Confidence managing behaviour through consistency and structured support.
• Understanding of EHCPs, sensory strategies, and autism-specific interventions.
• Proactive, organised and resilient approach.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply through Reeson Education.

Responsibilities

• Targeted Autism Support: Deliver structured one-to-one and small-group interventions tailored to individual EHCP targets.
• Routine & Structure: Maintain clear boundaries, visual schedules, and consistent classroom expectations.
• Behaviour & Regulation: Apply firm, calm strategies to support emotional regulation and focus.
• Progress Monitoring: Record academic, behavioural, and social development accurately.
• Professional Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, SENCO, behaviour teams, and external specialists.

Skills

Autism support

Behaviour management

Communication

EHCP knowledge

Job description

Are you a disciplined and focused SEN Teaching Assistant with specialist experience in Autism, ready to provide structured, consistent support in a high-expectation environment?

Reeson Education are recruiting a confident SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist) to work in a well‑organised school setting in Rotherham (S66).

About the SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist) Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist), you will provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with Autism. You will reinforce clear routines, structured learning, and behaviour frameworks to ensure pupils remain focused and supported throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities as SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist)

• Targeted Autism Support: Deliver structured one-to-one and small-group interventions tailored to individual EHCP targets.
• Routine & Structure: Maintain clear boundaries, visual schedules, and consistent classroom expectations.
• Behaviour & Regulation: Apply firm, calm strategies to support emotional regulation and focus.
• Progress Monitoring: Record academic, behavioural, and social development accurately.
• Professional Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, SENCO, behaviour teams, and external specialists.

Requirements: To succeed as an SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist), you will need:

• Proven experience supporting pupils with Autism in SEN or specialist settings.
• Strong presence with clear, direct communication.
• Confidence managing behaviour through consistency and structured support.
• Understanding of EHCPs, sensory strategies, and autism-specific interventions.
• A proactive, organised, and resilient approach.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply through Reeson Education.

Benefits as SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist)

• Competitive daily rate of £100-£130 depending on experience.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Access to specialist SEN and Autism‑focused training.
• A structured and supportive working environment.
• A direct opportunity to influence pupil progress and independence.

Please note: This role requires strong safeguarding awareness. All applicants must meet full safer-recruitment checks, including holding an enhanced DBS on the update service or being willing to obtain one.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07

We look forward to welcoming a capable and dependable SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist) to the team.