Sensory Support Teaching Assistant - SEN & Autism

Aspire People; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

Ongoing placement support

Potential long-term opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting for a Sensory Support Teaching Assistant in Hinckley. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with sensory processing needs, autism and complex additional needs, helping them access learning in a calm, structured environment.

This role is ideal for patient, nurturing candidates who can build trusting relationships with pupils and work closely with teachers and SEN staff. Pay is £105 per day, Monday to Friday, with potential for long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with SEN is essential.
• Experience supporting children with sensory needs, autism or complex needs would be highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with sensory processing needs
• Helping children manage sensory overload and emotional regulation
• Supporting pupils with autism and complex additional needs
• Using appropriate sensory strategies to support engagement
• Creating a calm, safe and predictable environment
• Helping pupils access classroom activities and learning
• Supporting communication, independence and confidence
• Building strong and trusting relationships with pupils
• Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals
• Following individual support plans and pupil-specific strategies

Skills

SEN experience

Sensory processing

Autism awareness

Calm and nurturing

Job description

Aspire People are recruiting for a Sensory Support Teaching Assistant in Hinckley. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with sensory processing needs, autism and complex additional needs, helping them access learning in a calm, structured environment.

This role is ideal for patient, nurturing candidates who can build trusting relationships with pupils and work closely with teachers and SEN staff. Pay is £105 per day, Monday to Friday, with potential for long-term opportunities.