Erith, Bexley | South East London | Full-Time | Monday to Friday
Are you looking for a rewarding role supporting autistic children and young people with special educational needs?
We are looking for dedicated Autism Teaching Assistants, SEN Teaching Assistants and Autism Support Assistants to work in a specialist SEN school in Erith, Bexley, supporting pupils aged 4–19 with autism (ASC/ASD) and complex learning needs.
All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and a diagnosis of autism. Students have a range of learning abilities and individual needs, requiring structured learning, tailored support and a consistent approach.
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to autistic pupils aged 4–19.
Support pupils with autism spectrum condition (ASC), autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and associated learning difficulties.
Help develop communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence.
Encourage participation in classroom activities and support pupils to access learning.
Adapt your approach to meet individual communication, sensory and learning needs.
Support pupils who may display behaviours that challenge, using a calm and consistent approach.
Work alongside teachers and specialist staff to support individual learning goals and EHCP targets.
We are keen to hear from candidates with experience supporting autism, ASD, ASC, SEN, SEND or complex learning needs.
Experience as an Autism Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Behaviour Support Assistant or Care Support Worker would be beneficial.
You should be patient, compassionate and resilient, with the ability to build positive relationships and adapt your communication and support to meet the needs of different pupils.
Experience in a specialist SEN school, mainstream school, residential care setting or support work is welcome.
Full-time, Monday-to-Friday opportunity.
Support autistic children and young people aged 4–19.
Gain experience in specialist autism education and complex needs.
Make a meaningful difference to pupils’ communication, confidence and independence.
To apply, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa.
All applicants must provide suitable references for pre-employment checks and hold an Enhanced DBS on the Children’s Workforce Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.
Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay. We aim to respond to applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.
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