Teaching Assistant

Wrexham County Borough Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

St Christopher's is a large, dynamic special school for learners aged 6-19 with Autism and sensory needs. This Level 2 Teaching Assistant role supports teachers, implements tailored strategies, and helps learners engage and grow.

You will provide both one-to-one and group support, assist with personalised learning plans, and promote wellbeing in a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with Autism and sensory processing difficulties.
• Strong understanding of teaching strategies for learners with additional needs.
• Excellent communication with students, staff and parents.
• Proactive, patient and empathetic approach to support.
• Desirable: additional training in Autism or sensory integration.
• Experience using communication aids or devices.
• Knowledge of positive behaviour management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with Autism and sensory processing needs.
• Work with teachers to implement tailored strategies.
• Assist with development and delivery of personalised learning plans.
• Support students in academic and non-academic activities, including personal care and Hydrotherapy.
• Promote safe, inclusive learning environments and positive behaviours.
• Monitor progress with the class teacher and adjust strategies as needed.

Skills

Autism awareness

Sensory processing

Communication skills

Patience and empathy

Behaviour management

Communication aids/Devices

Autism training

Job description

Responsibilities

• As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant at St Christopher's, you will work closely with our teachers and specialist staff to support learners with Autism and sensory processing needs. You will implement tailored strategies and approaches to help engage students in their learning, promote positive behaviours, and support their overall well-being.
• Provide one-to-one and group support to students with complex Autism, communication difficulties and sensory processing needs.
• Assist with the development and delivery of personalised learning plans, adapting strategies to meet individual needs.
• Support students in both academic and non-academic activities, including personal care and Hydrotherapy session, fostering independence and life skills.
• Use positive behaviour support techniques to encourage and motivate students.
• Help create and maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Work closely with the class teacher and other professionals to monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed.
• Support students during sensory regulation activities., If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young people with Autism and sensory processing needs, we would love to hear from you.

To be successful in this role, you will be a compassionate and patient individual with a strong understanding of Autism, communication difficulties and sensory processing challenges, and the needs of children with complex learning difficulties. You will have experience working in a specialist setting, with a passion for supporting children to reach their full potential.

• Experience supporting students with Autism and sensory processing difficulties.
• A strong understanding of different teaching strategies, particularly those for learners with additional needs
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• A proactive, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting students with additional needs.
• Desirable: Additional training in Autism or sensory integration strategies.
• Experience of using communication aids or devices.
• Knowledge of positive behaviour management techniques.

For further information or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Lorna Roberts on 01978 346910.

St Christopher's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An Enhanced DBS & EWC registration is required for this position.

St Christopher's is a large, dynamic special school dedicated to providing exceptional education and support for learners aged 6-19 with a wide range of needs, including complex Autism, communication difficulties and sensory processing needs. Our mission is to create an inclusive, nurturing environment where each student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

We are now looking for a passionate and skilled Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is eager to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs.

The Council is committed to developing its bilingual workforce and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.