Specialist TA for Autism & SEND (1:1)

OFG Education; Clenchwarton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support Orchard Manor School near King’s Lynn. You will work with students with ASD and complex needs, assisting teachers and therapy teams to deliver inclusive education.

Role focuses on developing independence and confidence in primary-age learners, with strong communication and teamwork required across education and care staff.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students in education, SEND, autism or challenging behaviour settings.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stay calm, patient and positive with learners.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 and in small groups to access learning.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Encourage social, emotional and personal development.
• Support students with communication, behaviour and independence skills.
• Help create stimulating learning environments and resources.
• Collaborate with education, care and therapy teams to provide consistent support.
• Contribute to individual support plans, risk assessments and progress records.
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing of all students.

Skills

1:1 support

Differentiated lessons

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

OFG Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support Orchard Manor School near King’s Lynn. You will work with students with ASD and complex needs, assisting teachers and therapy teams to deliver inclusive education.

Role focuses on developing independence and confidence in primary-age learners, with strong communication and teamwork required across education and care staff.