Teaching Assistant – SEN

Teaching Assistant (SEN – ASC Support)

Location: Littlehampton
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEN – ASC Support)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 15:30 (Term Time Only)

A primary school in Littlehampton is seeking a teaching assistant to provide one-to-one support to a pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition. In this role, you will support the child in overcoming social and communication challenges, ensuring they access the curriculum effectively. You must have clear and demonstrable experience working with children with special educational needs, with a particular focus on autism, and a strong understanding of the difficulties these pupils face.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition
• Adapt learning activities to meet the pupil’s individual social and communication needs
• Assist in the delivery of personalised support plans in collaboration with teachers
• Monitor and document progress, ensuring interventions are effective
• Work within a structured framework in line with the school’s safeguarding policies
• Collaborate with staff to maintain a secure and supportive learning environment

Essential Experience/Attributes

• Previous experience working with children that have special educational needs
• Experience working with Autism Spectrum Condition and associated learning challenges
• A DBS check registered on the update service or a willingness to obtain one
• A patient, empathetic and nurturing approach
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work within a team
• The ability to be adaptable, remain calm in challenging situations and respond to the needs of the pupils
• Must be able to understand and follow the school’s safeguarding procedures and behavioural policies
• Qualifications relating to education, special educational needs, counselling or psychology are not essential but will be looked upon favourably

If you are interested or wish to discuss this role further apply now!

*Important Notice: To successfully apply for the above position, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. Pink Tile is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. During the application process, you will be required to:

• Provide details for us to complete reference checks before employment.
• Provide an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one (which Pink Tile can assist with).

Pink Tile Education, their schools and candidates all share the view of “Best Fit, Every Time” and our role is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employers. Please note the pay is inclusive of the 12.07% PAYE holiday.

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