SEN Teaching Assistant – Autism & Complex Needs

Blackstone Recruitment Limited; Guildford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackstone Recruitment Limited is seeking experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join a new specialist SEN school in Guildford, supporting pupils with autism and complex needs.

You will work closely with teachers and the specialist team to provide high-quality support in and outside the classroom, supporting individuals with autism, complex needs and communication challenges. This role offers permanent, long-term, and daily supply opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Experience supporting pupils with autism and/or complex needs.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with additional communication or sensory needs.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Experience with AAC, PECS, intensive interaction, sensory support or specialist communication approaches is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teachers and the wider specialist team to provide high-quality support in and outside the classroom.
• Support pupils with autism, complex needs, communication difficulties and behaviours that challenge.
• Assist with developing independence and life skills alongside curriculum delivery.
• Contribute to a positive classroom community within a new specialist provision.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism/complex needs

Calm, patient approach

Communication & teamwork

AAC/PECS confidence

Support personal care & independence

Job description

Blackstone Recruitment Limited is seeking experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join a new specialist SEN school in Guildford, supporting pupils with autism and complex needs.

You will work closely with teachers and the specialist team to provide high-quality support in and outside the classroom, supporting individuals with autism, complex needs and communication challenges. This role offers permanent, long-term, and daily supply opportunities.