At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with Autism and learning difficulties through tailored learning plans and personal care.
- Company: Join a vibrant SEN school in Sutton dedicated to inclusive education for children with special needs.
- Benefits: Enjoy free CPD sessions, individual consultant support, and a £50 Amazon voucher for referrals.
- Other info: Working hours are from 08:30 to 16:00, starting September 2026.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on children's learning journeys while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must have a formal teaching qualification and a valid enhanced DBS check.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Location: Sutton
Salary: £95 – £105
Start date: September 2026
Working hours: 08:30 – 16:00
Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual with a passion for supporting children and young people with Autism? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on their learning journey and overall development? If so, we want to hear from you!
The role: As an Autism Learning Support Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting students with special educational needs to achieve their full potential. Working within a vibrant and inclusive SEN school, you’ll provide tailored support to children and young people with Autism/ASC, Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD).
Your responsibilities:
- Delivering individualised support: Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver personalised learning plans, ensuring that each student’s unique needs and abilities are supported.
- Creating a stimulating environment: Assist in creating a nurturing, engaging, and creative learning environment that inspires students to explore, learn, and grow.
- Encouraging communication: Use communication aids such as Makaton and PECS to help students express themselves, while promoting their confidence and independence.
- Supporting classroom activities: Help facilitate lessons and activities that are both educational and enjoyable, adapting them as needed to ensure inclusivity for all students.
- Providing personal care: Offer compassionate support with daily care needs, including feeding, toileting, and mobility, to ensure the well-being and comfort of every child.
- Building relationships: Develop strong and trusting relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a collaborative and positive atmosphere within the school.
- Monitoring progress: Observe and document student progress, sharing insights with teachers and therapists to continuously improve their learning experience.
Benefits:
- Pay in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
- Free CPD sessions
- Individual consultant support
- £50 Amazon voucher for referrals
- Well-being support, travel discounts, and retail offers from partners
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Formally recognised teaching qualification and training.
- Valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Autism Teaching Assistant in Sutton employer: Engage Partners Limited
This SEN school in Sutton offers a nurturing environment for children with Autism and learning difficulties. Employees benefit from well-being support, travel discounts, and retail offers. The team is committed to fostering positive relationships with students and their families.
