121 Autism Teaching Assistant - Specialist School
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About the Role
1:1 Teaching Assistant – SEND School (Autism & Behaviour Support)
Location: Merton
Working Pattern: Full-time, Long-term (Temp-to-Perm Opportunity)
Recruitment Partner: Parker Smith Inclusion
Are you a calm, confident and resilient Teaching Assistant who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in a young person’s life? Parker Smith Inclusion is working with a highly regarded specialist SEND school seeking a dedicated 1:1 TA to support a pupil with ASC and significant behavioural needs linked to trauma.
This role is ideal for someone positive, encouraging and committed to providing stable, consistent support both in and out of the classroom.
About the School
The school is proud of its strong reputation for:
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Trauma-informed practice at the heart of everything they do
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A pupil-focused approach ensuring every decision is made with the young person’s wellbeing and future in mind
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Adapting to the needs of each individual pupil, no two journeys are the same
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Creating a nurturing environment where students feel understood, supported and safe
About the Role
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Provide 121 support for a secondary-aged student with autism whose main needs centre around challenging behaviours and behaviour regulation, emotional stability and trauma-informed support
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You will need to be mindful and support these behaviours, which are linked to trauma
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Build trust and consistency to help the pupil re-engage with learning
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Support the student both inside and outside the classroom
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Work collaboratively with teachers and pastoral teams to follow personalised strategies and behaviour plans
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Offer patient, steady reassurance during difficult moments and celebrate every success
What We’re Looking For
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Someone confident, patient and nurturing
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Strong behaviour support skills and an understanding of trauma-informed approaches
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Experience working 1:1 with pupils presenting challenging behaviour
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A positive role model who can motivate, uplift and remain resilient
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A team player who communicates clearly and follows guidance
Why Join Through Parker Smith Inclusion?
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Long-term role with the potential to become temp-to-perm
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Support from specialist SEND consultants who understand your role
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Access to CPD and progression opportunities in SEND, behaviour and SEMH
If you’re ready to support a young person who needs stability, understanding and someone who truly believes in their future, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now through Parker Smith Inclusion and help make a lasting difference. Reach out to Jamie Martinez, SEND consultant.