SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism & Complex Needs

Term Time Teachers Ltd; Robertsbridge; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Term Time Teachers Ltd in Robertsbridge area is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to support primary-aged pupils with autism and additional needs at a specialist SEN school.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils access learning through practical activities, and collaborating with teachers to enable communication and social development.

Qualifications

• SEN experience is desirable.
• Background in care, childcare or autism support is welcome.
• Experience supporting autistic children or individuals with communication and sensory needs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Help pupils access learning through practical and sensory activities.
• Support communication, interaction and social development.
• Help pupils manage emotions and regulate behaviour.
• Follow individual support plans and provide a consistent approach.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement.
• Work closely with teachers and the SEN team.

Skills

SEN experience

Care background

Autism support

Speech and language support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time - Robertsbridge Area

Location: Robertsbridge area, East Sussex
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday
Setting: Specialist SEN School

Are you looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference to children with autism and additional needs?

Academics are currently recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist school in the Robertsbridge area, supporting primary-aged pupils with autism and a range of additional needs.

This is a hands-on role where you will work closely with teaching staff to help pupils communicate, engage with learning and develop confidence and independence. You will support children with individual learning needs, using a patient, consistent and nurturing approach throughout the school day.

You will be supporting pupils with needs such as:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Speech, language and communication difficulties
• Sensory processing needs
• Social, emotional and mental health needs
• ADHD and difficulties with emotional regulation
• Moderate to severe learning difficulties
• Anxiety and difficulties managing changes to routines or demands

The role will involve:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Helping pupils access learning through practical and sensory activities
• Supporting communication, interaction and social development
• Helping pupils manage emotions and regulate their behaviour
• Following individual support plans and providing a consistent approach
• Encouraging independence, confidence and engagement
• Working closely with teachers and the wider SEN team

Previous SEN experience is desirable, but we are also interested in hearing from candidates with backgrounds in care, childcare, autism support, speech and language support, psychology or similar, who are looking to move into education.

Patience, adaptability and the ability to build positive relationships are essential. Experience supporting autistic children or individuals with communication and sensory needs would be particularly beneficial.

Full Time Monday-Friday Robertsbridge Area SEN School

If you are passionate about helping children with additional needs develop their skills and reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.