Special Needs Teaching Assistant - SEND & Autism Support

Philosophy Education LTD.; Guildford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education LTD. is recruiting Special Needs Teaching Assistants in Guildford to support students with SEND across autism, PMLD, and SEMH needs.

Roles are available on both full-time and part-time bases, with daytime hours from 8.30am to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday, for the full academic year. You will work in schools, helping students develop learning and social skills, while adapting to varying cognitive abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special educational needs (SEN) is advantageous.
• DBS check is required or can be supported to obtain one.
• Two references covering the past two years are requested.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Autism, PMLD, and SEMH across learning activities.
• Assist with personal care and developmental activities as needed for PMLD students.
• Support behavioural and social-emotional needs and help de‑escalate situations.
• Commit to full-time or part-time hours (8:30am–4:00pm, Mon–Fri) during the academic year.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

Philosophy Education LTD. is recruiting Special Needs Teaching Assistants in Guildford to support students with SEND across autism, PMLD, and SEMH needs.

Roles are available on both full-time and part-time bases, with daytime hours from 8.30am to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday, for the full academic year. You will work in schools, helping students develop learning and social skills, while adapting to varying cognitive abilities.