Senior SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 ASD Support

Senploy; Maidstone; Sur place; GBP 17 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Term-time-only

8:30am-3:30pm hours

Long-term temporary assignment

November/December 2026 start

Résumé du poste

Classroom Support is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant in central Maidstone to provide essential 1:1 support to a pupil with Autism (ASD). The role spans inside and outside the classroom, helping access the curriculum and develop confidence within a welcoming mainstream primary school.

The successful candidate will have prior ASD experience, a calm approach to challenging situations, and a flexible, proactive attitude. Term-time-only, Monday–Friday, start November/December 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with Autism (ASD).
• Experience working with individuals who require additional or specialist support.
• A good understanding of autism and how it can affect learning, communication and behaviour.
• Confidence managing challenging situations using a calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Resilience, empathy and excellent relationship-building skills.

Responsabilités

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a primary-aged pupil with Autism (ASD).
• Support the pupil inside and outside the classroom.
• Help the child access the curriculum and engage with daily learning activities.
• Use positive behaviour management strategies to encourage engagement and manage challenging situations.
• Support emotional regulation, communication, social interaction and independence.
• Build a trusting and consistent relationship with the pupil.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to implement support strategies.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by the class teacher.
• Provide occasional lunchtime cover when required.

Connaissances

Autism (ASD) experience

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Relationship building

Patience and resilience

Adaptability

Formation

Teaching Assistant qualification

Description du poste

Classroom Support is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant in central Maidstone to provide essential 1:1 support to a pupil with Autism (ASD). The role spans inside and outside the classroom, helping access the curriculum and develop confidence within a welcoming mainstream primary school.

The successful candidate will have prior ASD experience, a calm approach to challenging situations, and a flexible, proactive attitude. Term-time-only, Monday–Friday, start November/December 2026.