Teaching Assistant - Autism Support

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with Autism? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment? We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join an Alternative Provision setting, providing tailored support to students with Autism.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional support in their learning journey. You will assist in developing individualised learning plans, implementing sensory strategies, and promoting a nurturing and structured environment. This role requires patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to supporting the diverse needs of students.

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with Autism.
• Implement and adapt learning strategies to meet individual needs.
• Support students with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviours using positive reinforcement techniques.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and parents to ensure holistic development.
• Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment.

• Experience working with children with Autism, preferably in an educational setting.
• A compassionate and resilient approach to supporting students with SEN.
• Knowledge of autism-friendly teaching strategies and communication methods (e.g., PECS, Makaton, visual supports).
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students and colleagues.
• A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, SEND qualification) is desirable but not essential.

• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.
• A rewarding role in a specialist educational setting.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing training and professional development.

If you are enthusiastic about helping children with Autism reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you!

If you have not received a respsonse within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occassion. For other available roles, please refer to our website.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.