Senior SEND Teaching Assistant — Autism Support

Tara Professional Recruitment Ltd; Wellington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Tara Professional Recruitment Ltd is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary setting in the Telford area, supporting pupils with additional needs.

Working with ASC pupils aged 11–16, you will deliver tailored support, help with communication and emotional regulation, and build positive relationships in a structured, safeguarding-focused environment. This is a long-term rolling placement with start ASAP.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people in a school or SEND setting.
• Genuine interest in autistic pupils and understanding of individual differences.
• Calm, patient and empathetic, especially during communication difficulties.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport while maintaining boundaries.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing pupil needs.
• Proactive, reliable and team-focused attitude.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups.
• Assist staff with differentiated learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils through patience and consistency.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Help implement individual support plans and strategies for behaviour and learning.
• Recognise and respond to sensory needs, anxiety and distress.
• Encourage independence, resilience and engagement with education.
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions and other parts of the day.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and professionals.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment and follow safeguarding policies.

Skills

Experience with children

Calm and empathetic

Strong communication

Team player

Safeguarding awareness

Adaptability

Education

Education/Childcare/SEND qualifications (advantageous)

Job description

Tara Professional Recruitment Ltd is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary setting in the Telford area, supporting pupils with additional needs.

Working with ASC pupils aged 11–16, you will deliver tailored support, help with communication and emotional regulation, and build positive relationships in a structured, safeguarding-focused environment. This is a long-term rolling placement with start ASAP.