SEN Teaching Assistant — ASD Provision & Speech Support

Carters, Inc.; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for specialist ASD provision across East Sussex. The role involves supporting pupils with ASD and related needs within specialist bases or mainstream settings, with opportunities for both individual and small-group support.

You will contribute to a calm, patient environment, building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and school staff. The position offers long-term and supply opportunities and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people.
• Genuine interest in SEN.
• Calm and patient approach.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships.
• Reliability and consistency.
• Willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASD and other SEN needs.
• Work within a small specialist base, supporting pupils individually or in small groups.
• Help pupils access wider mainstream activities where appropriate.

Skills

Experience in SEN

Calm and patient

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Reliable

Willingness to learn

ASD/SEN knowledge

Job description

Academics is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for specialist ASD provision across East Sussex. The role involves supporting pupils with ASD and related needs within specialist bases or mainstream settings, with opportunities for both individual and small-group support.

You will contribute to a calm, patient environment, building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and school staff. The position offers long-term and supply opportunities and competitive pay.