SEN Teaching Assistant — Stable Role in Specialist School

Aspire People; Guildford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Refer a friend bonus

CPD and training opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting experienced SEN Teaching Assistants for a specialist school in Guildford. You will support pupils aged 5-18 with autism, complex needs and communication challenges, working alongside teachers, therapists and other specialists.

The role offers permanent, long-term or supply arrangements, with a focus on consistency and building lasting relationships in a supportive MDT environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a SEN TA in a specialist or mainstream setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with autism or complex needs.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach in specialist education.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small group and whole class support to pupils aged 5-18.
• Work with class teachers and MDT to implement EHCPs and individual plans.
• Use specialist strategies and AAC where relevant.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural regulation.
• Maintain a calm, structured classroom environment.
• Build consistent relationships with pupils and families.

Skills

SEN Teaching Assistant experience

Autism support

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Aspire People is recruiting experienced SEN Teaching Assistants for a specialist school in Guildford. You will support pupils aged 5-18 with autism, complex needs and communication challenges, working alongside teachers, therapists and other specialists.

The role offers permanent, long-term or supply arrangements, with a focus on consistency and building lasting relationships in a supportive MDT environment.