Teaching Assistant

Simply Education Ltd; Alsager; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with ASD and additional needs in a specialist environment. The role involves assisting teachers, delivering 1:1 and small-group support, and promoting positive engagement with lessons.

You will help pupils build confidence, develop independence, and work closely with the support team to monitor progress and celebrate achievements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with ASD and additional needs.
• Background in SEN or SEND settings is desirable.
• Experience in both 1:1 and small-group support.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group learning support to pupils.
• Help pupils engage with lessons and improve confidence.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists to plan effective support.
• Help pupils develop independence and resilience.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

SEN SEND expertise

ASD support

Behaviour management

Job description

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide high-quality learning and pastoral support to pupils with ASD and additional needs.

You'll provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils engage with lessons, develop confidence and make progress both academically and personally.

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play an important role in understanding each pupil as an individual and recognising that every young person has different needs, strengths and ways of communicating.

You'll support pupils to overcome barriers to learning, develop positive strategies and build their confidence and independence.

Working alongside teachers and specialist staff, you'll help create an environment where pupils feel safe, understood and supported.

Your Experience

We're looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant who can build strong, trusting relationships with young people, remain calm and patient, and genuinely believe in the potential of every pupil.

Your experience could come from:

• Teaching Assistant or SEN roles


• ASD/SEND settings


• Special schools


• Mainstream schools


• Alternative Provision


• Pastoral or Behaviour Support


• Youth Work or Mentoring


• Children's Care or Residential Support

We're Looking For Someone Who Can

• Work effectively as a Teaching Assistant alongside teachers and specialist staff


• Build positive and trusting relationships with young people


• Support pupils with ASD and additional needs


• Remain calm, patient and consistent


• Support emotional regulation and behaviour


• Encourage confidence and independence


• Help pupils engage positively with education


• Celebrate progress and recognise achievements


• Be a positive and supportive role model

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school where relationships, inclusion and individual progress are at the heart of education.

You could be the person who helps a young person build confidence, discover their strengths and develop the skills they need to achieve their potential.

If you're a passionate Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting pupils with ASD, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Helen Davies at Simply Education on (phone number removed) to find out more