Send Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Watford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Long-term placement

Training & development

Consultant support

Specialist SEND experience

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism in Royston. The role involves 1:1 and group support, helping learners access education and develop communication skills in a safe, nurturing environment.

Ideal candidates have experience with Autism and strong communication, with training opportunities and ongoing consultant support offered for long-term placements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with Autism.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of behaviour management strategies.
• Experience with PECS, Makaton, sensory support or communication aids would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Autism.
• Supporting the delivery of personalised learning programmes.
• Assisting pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Promoting positive behaviour through consistent strategies and routines.
• Supporting sensory needs and helping pupils manage transitions throughout the school day.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Recording progress and contributing to pupil reviews where required.

Skills

Autism support

Communication skills

Calm and patient

Behaviour management

Teamwork

PECS

Makaton

Sensory support

Job description

ROyston| Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | Immediate Start

Are you a compassionate, patient and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Autism?

We are currently recruiting dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work within specialist SEND schools in Royston

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils with Autism and associated learning needs, helping them to access learning, develop communication skills and achieve their individual goals within a safe and supportive environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Autism
• Supporting the delivery of personalised learning programmes
• Assisting pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Promoting positive behaviour through consistent strategies and routines
• Supporting sensory needs and helping pupils manage transitions throughout the school day
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals
• Encouraging independence, confidence and engagement in learning
• Recording progress and contributing to pupil reviews where required

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children or young people with Autism
• Previous experience in a SEND school, mainstream school, care or support setting is desirable
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Understanding of behaviour management strategies
• Experience with PECS, Makaton, sensory support or communication aids would be advantageous
• Team Teach training is desirable but not essential
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

What We Offer

• Full-time and long-term opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within specialist SEND settings
• Rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact every day

Whether you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Assistant, Psychology Graduate or someone looking to build a career within Special Educational Needs, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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