SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism & Complex Needs

Term Time Teachers Ltd; Robertsbridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Term Time Teachers Ltd seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in the Robertsbridge area. You will support primary-aged pupils with autism and a range of additional needs, helping them engage with learning and develop confidence throughout the school day.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, practical and sensory activities, and close collaboration with teachers and the SEN team to implement individual plans and promote independence.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with autism or other additional needs is desirable.
• Background in care, childcare, autism support, speech and language support, psychology or similar is welcome.
• Patience, adaptability and the ability to build positive relationships are essential.
• Willingness to move into education from related fields is encouraged.

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 wider SEN team.

Skills

1:1 support

small-group support

communication

social development

patience

adaptability

relationship building

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

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