Autism Teaching Assistant
Salary/Rate:Autism Teaching Assistant
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Merton
County:South West London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:9171
Post Date:15.04.25
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About the Role
SEN Career Opportunity: Join a Passionate Team as a Autism Teaching Assistant
Location: Merton
Contract: Temp-perm
Start date: ASAP and September 2025
Age range: 3 - 19 There are multiple roles available across two sites
Rate of pay: £85 - £95 PAYE per day (depending on experience)
Are you a caring and enthusiastic individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? Looking for a fun, creative environment where you can support children with Autism/ASC, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)?
A highly regarded SEND school is seeking a dedicated Autism Teaching Assistant to join their expanding team. They are looking for someone who is eager to help their students become independent, gain functional skills, and be happy and safe at school.
This is the chance to be part of an driven and impassioned school, where the pupils are at the forefront of everything they do, whilst also supporting staff and offering training and progression.
What they offer:
- A truly supportive and friendly environment where you will be valued and respected.
- This school caters to various needs from; PMLD, SLD, Autism, social and emotional needs and MLD.
- The opportunity to work alongside a hands-on senior leadership team who are actively involved in the day-to-day life of the school.
- Extensive training opportunities, including apprenticeships for TAs who wish to develop into specialist areas, or even teachers!
- The chance to be part of a team that is passionate about supporting children to develop functional skills, communication, and independence.
- As a Autism Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping children to access their learning activities.
What they are looking for:
- A patient and flexible individual who is able to adapt to the ever-changing needs of their students.
- A SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about working with children with special educational needs, particularly autism.
- Someone who understands that this role is bigger than simply sitting in the classroom, and is willing to get involved in all aspects of school life.
- A team player who is comfortable working collaboratively with other staff.
- An individual who is keen to help young people become as independent as possible, and leave school equipped with functional skills.
- A SEND Teaching Assistant who is willing to engage in ongoing training.
- Someone who may be open to moving to a permanent role after a trial period.
- Regardless of experience, if you are passionate to support children with additional needs, please don't hesitate to apply!
This SEND school values people who are willing to be flexible, patient and are passionate about supporting young people. They are looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant who wants to make a real difference to the lives of the students and to contribute to their ongoing success.
If you are interested in joining a setting where you will be supported and developed, and where you can really make a difference, then we want to hear from you!
Please reach out to Jamie at Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk or 0203 011 4848
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