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SEN TA (teaching assistant)
SEN Teaching Assistant: Permanent Autism Support Specialist
Are you looking for a fun, interactive, and rewarding learning environment? Do you want to support and encourage Special Educational Needs (SEN) learners on a 1:1 and whole:class basis while fast:tracking your professional skills with exceptional, continuous training?
If you are a resilient, nurturing educator ready to step into a thriving, long:standing specialist provision, this Permanent Teaching Assistant role is the ultimate career move for you.
The Position: Inclusive, Nurturing and Impactful SEN Support
A highly regarded, independent specialist school is seeking an inspiring SEN Teaching Assistant to join its vibrant team. For over 15 years, this setting has been a cornerstone of the community, established and thriving as a safe haven for learners with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and associated complex needs, including communication and sensory difficulties.
The school is widely recognised for its sunny disposition, welcoming new staff and pupils with open arms. The campus boasts brilliant grounds, state:of:the:art resources, and spacious classrooms designed to deliver a comprehensive, holistic education that prepares pupils for a bright future.
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Key Job Information and Work Schedule
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant / Autism Support Assistant
Contract Type: Full:Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (Term:time only)
Start Date: September (Notice periods fully considered)
Employee Benefits and Career Progression
This independent provision heavily invests in its workforce, creating a supportive culture that values your day:to:day contributions:
- Permanent role: Secure a stable, long:term career
- Professional Growth: Exceptional in:house training and clear career progression opportunities.
- Premium Resources: Modern classrooms fully equipped with advanced sensory and educational technology.
- Work:Life Balance: Enjoy a term:time:only schedule alignment.
- On:Site Perks: Free on:site parking, highly accessible public transport links, and a welcoming staff room with a ready supply of tea, coffee, and biscuits.
Candidate Requirements
While Direct SEN Experience Is Highly Beneficial, The School Proudly Welcomes Applications From Candidates With Practical, Transferable Care Backgrounds Who Possess The Right Mindset
- Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or equivalent) is required.
- Eligibility: A valid right to work in the UK is essential.
- Core Traits: You must be inherently resilient, committed, patient, and nurturing.
- Experience: Experience with Autism, speech and language difficulties, or youth support is desirable but not essential.
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Key Responsibilities
- Providing tailored 1:1 interventions, small group support, and whole:class assistance for neurodiverse learners.
- Helping students navigate educational anxiety, communication obstacles, and sensory needs.
- Collaborating with the classroom teacher to implement creative, interactive learning plans.
- Maintaining a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.
Fast:Track Your Application
The school is hosting an immediate intake for the upcoming academic term, and interviews will be taking place over the next 2 weeks. This vacancy is accepting applications for a limited time only. Shortlisted candidates will complete a thorough three:stage interview process before final selection by the senior leadership team.
or to discover more about this incredible specialist role, please call Bryony on today.
This appointment is subject to strict child safety standards, including an enhanced DBS check and UK eligibility verifications.
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