SEN Teaching Assistant: Inspire Autistic Learners

Inhouse Select B.V.; Oakham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Vista benefits

Job summary

Oakham Shires School is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils with autism and complex needs. You’ll work 1:1 and in small groups, helping learners engage with learning activities and build confidence.

This permanent, term-time role starts October 2026, with 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, at Oakham Shires School, Rutland. GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4+ and a Full UK Driving Licence are preferred, and full safeguarding checks apply.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience supporting autistic children or young people and/or those with complex needs or behaviours.
• Previous experience within a school, education, care, youth work or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils access learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Support teachers in delivering creative, engaging and personalised learning activities.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that help pupils feel safe, understood and ready to learn.
• Encourage communication, independence, confidence and social development.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour using calm, consistent and positive approaches.
• Take part in classroom, outdoor and community-based learning, helping pupils develop valuable life skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the wider team to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive.

Skills

GCSE Maths & English (C/4+)

Full UK Driving Licence

Experience with autistic children

Education background in school/youth

Job description

Oakham Shires School is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils with autism and complex needs. You’ll work 1:1 and in small groups, helping learners engage with learning activities and build confidence.

This permanent, term-time role starts October 2026, with 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, at Oakham Shires School, Rutland. GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4+ and a Full UK Driving Licence are preferred, and full safeguarding checks apply.