At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with autism in a nurturing educational environment.
- Company: Join Preston School, a top-performing school in Somerset.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and employee perks.
- Other info: Welcoming staff community with a focus on wellbeing and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong English and Maths skills; passion for supporting students.
Employer: Preston School
Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Salary: £18,421 - £19,011
Posted: 18th June 2026
Expires: 30th July 2026 11:59 PM
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Job ID: 1561024
Job Reference: AEPC TA - June 2026
Accountable to: SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator)
What We Are Looking For:
- An inspirational Autism Teaching Assistant
- A commitment to securing strong student outcomes, by supporting consistently high-quality teaching and targeted intervention work when required
- An ability to work with small groups of students and on a one-to-one basis as required
- Strong English and Maths skills, to enable the effective support of students and clear communication with their families
What We Offer:
- A school ranked in the top 3 in Somerset for academic attainment in the last academic year
- Clear and consistent behaviour management routines, with centralised detentions
- A focus on workload and wellbeing, with strong centralised curriculum planning
- Strong links within the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership which support strong continued professional development and further career opportunities for our staff
- A Cycle to Work scheme and free eye tests, along with access to an employee benefits platform
Preston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Autism Teaching Assistant - Special Educational Needs in Yeovil employer: Preston School
Preston School is an excellent employer that fosters a creative and supportive environment for both staff and students. With a focus on professional development, the school offers opportunities for growth within the educational sector, while its part-time role allows for a balanced work-life dynamic. Located in the vibrant community of Yeovil, employees benefit from a collaborative culture that values innovation and artistic expression.
