SEN Teaching Assistant
| Job title: | SEN Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | Rugby |
| Industry: | SEND |
| Salary: | £90 - £105 per day |
| Reference: | SEN TA_1771836460 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Adam@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Autism Support Teaching Assistant - Primary SettingLocation: Rugby
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Pay: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with experience in supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) to join a primary school in Rugby. This role offers the opportunity to work within a caring and inclusive environment where every child is supported to achieve their potential.
Role Overview
As an Autism Support Teaching Assistant, you will provide targeted assistance to primary-aged pupils with additional needs, helping them to engage positively with learning and school life. Working alongside class teachers and the SENCO, you will contribute to delivering personalised support that promotes academic progress and emotional wellbeing.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing dedicated 1:1 and small group intervention support
Adapting classroom activities to meet individual learning needs
Supporting communication, social skills, and emotional regulation
Implementing strategies outlined in EHCPs and individual support plans
Encouraging independence and positive behaviour
Contributing to pupil progress reviews and team discussions
The Successful Candidate Will:
Have experience working with children with autism in a primary school environment
Demonstrate knowledge of effective ASC strategies, including structured routines and visual aids
Be calm, patient, and resilient
Work effectively as part of a team
Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable)
Understand safeguarding responsibilities and child protection procedures
What's On Offer
A supportive and collaborative school team
Opportunities for ongoing SEND-focused training
A positive working environment with strong leadership
A rewarding position supporting children to thrive both academically and socially
If you are committed to inclusive education and have the skills to support children with autism in reaching their full potential, we welcome your application.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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