SEND Teaching Assistant: Autism Support & Growth

Epsom Downs Community School & Early Years Centres; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Forest School training

Qualifications support

Supportive team

Inclusive school community

Job summary

Epsom Downs Community School & Early Years Centre is excited to welcome an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join our team on a temporary basis until 31 August 2027. Working within The DEN, you will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder to access learning and build independence.

You will work with a skilled team, providing personalised support and opportunities to help children develop communication, confidence and social skills.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children with SEND, particularly autism.
• Enthusiasm, compassion and willingness to learn.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships.
• Commitment to helping children develop confidence and independence.

Skills

SEND experience

Relationship building

Patience & empathy

Behaviour as communication

Independence support

Collaborative team

Belief in potential

Job description

Epsom Downs Community School & Early Years Centre is excited to welcome an enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to join our team on a temporary basis until 31 August 2027. Working within The DEN, you will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder to access learning and build independence.

You will work with a skilled team, providing personalised support and opportunities to help children develop communication, confidence and social skills.