Erith, Bexley | South East London | Full-Time | Monday to Friday
Are you passionate about supporting autistic children and young people with special educational needs? Do you have experience supporting autism, ASD, complex learning needs or behaviours that may challenge?
Pink Tile Education is recruiting dedicated Autism Teaching Assistants, Autism Support Assistants and SEN Teaching Assistants to work in a specialist school in Erith, Bexley, supporting autistic pupils aged 4–19.
All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and a diagnosis of autism. The school supports children and young people with autism across a range of learning abilities, including those with complex needs who benefit from individualised support, structured learning and a consistent approach.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their experience in autism support, specialist education and SEND.
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for autistic children and young people aged 4–19.
Support pupils with autism spectrum condition (ASC), autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and associated learning needs.
Help autistic pupils develop communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence.
Encourage engagement in lessons and activities, adapting your approach to each pupil’s individual needs.
Support pupils who may experience sensory sensitivities, communication difficulties or behaviours that may challenge.
Build positive, trusting relationships with autistic pupils and provide calm, consistent support.
Work alongside teachers and the wider specialist team to support pupils’ EHCP targets and individual learning goals.
We are looking for patient, compassionate and resilient individuals who are keen to make a difference in the lives of autistic children and young people.
Ideally, you will have experience supporting autism, ASD, ASC, SEND or complex learning needs. Experience in a specialist autism school, SEN school, mainstream school, residential care setting or support worker role would be beneficial.
You should be able to build positive relationships, communicate effectively and adapt your approach to support autistic pupils with different needs and abilities.
Relevant experience may include:
Autism Teaching Assistant or ASD Teaching Assistant
SEN or SEND Teaching Assistant
Autism Support Worker or Learning Support Assistant
Behaviour Support Assistant or Behaviour Mentor
Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs
Full-time, Monday to Friday opportunity.
Work with autistic pupils aged 4–19 in a specialist SEN setting.
Gain valuable experience in autism, ASD, ASC and complex needs.
Help autistic children and young people develop confidence, communication and independence.
To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa.
At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. All applicants must:
Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks.
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 all applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.
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