SEN Teaching Assistant: Support Autism Learning & Growth

Teaching Personnel; Guildford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking experienced SEN Teaching Assistants for a September start at a specialist site in Guildford. The role supports children with autism and additional needs within either a primary setting or a newly opened provision.

You will deliver targeted learning activities, foster communication and independence, and collaborate with teachers, therapists and families to create a calm, inclusive environment. DBS checks and safeguarding training are required.

Qualifications

• Previous SEN experience is essential.
• Experience supporting children with ASC is highly desirable.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• The ability to build positive relationships and adapt to individual learning styles.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition and additional learning needs throughout the school day.
• Deliver individual and small-group learning activities under the direction of the class teacher.
• Encourage communication, independence and confidence.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and maintain a calm, consistent learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists and families.
• Adapt learning resources to meet individual pupil needs.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusion at all times.

Skills

SEN experience

ASC experience

Calm demeanor

Communication skills

Teamwork

Passion for SEN

Relationship building

Education

Teaching Assistant qualifications

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking experienced SEN Teaching Assistants for a September start at a specialist site in Guildford. The role supports children with autism and additional needs within either a primary setting or a newly opened provision.

You will deliver targeted learning activities, foster communication and independence, and collaborate with teachers, therapists and families to create a calm, inclusive environment. DBS checks and safeguarding training are required.