At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 support for a Year 8 pupil with Autism, helping them engage and develop independence.
- Company: A specialist Autism provision in Croydon with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Gain invaluable SEND experience, training, and work in small class sizes.
- Other info: Full-time role from September 2026 to July 2027, perfect for aspiring educators.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in a young person's life while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND is desirable; calm and patient attitude required.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Job Description
- SEND Teaching Assistant (1:1 Autism Support)Location: Merton
- Start
Date: September 2026 | Full-time | Term-time only Are you a compassionate and resilient graduate looking to gain exceptional SEND experience while making a genuine difference every day?A specialist Autism provision in Croydon is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 8 pupil with Autism (ASC) .
You'll build a positive relationship with the student while providing clear, consistent and fair support, helping them regulate emotions, engage with learning and develop independence.
Benefits of Working at this School Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 8 pupil with Autism.
Gain invaluable experience in a specialist Autism setting, ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Speech & Language Therapists or Teachers.
Work alongside experienced teachers, Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Therapists and CAMHS professionals.
Small class sizes and excellent staff-to-student ratios, allowing for meaningful support.
Receive training in Autism, sensory regulation and therapeutic approaches.
A varied and rewarding role where no two days are ever the same .
Join a welcoming, supportive team committed to helping every student succeed.
The Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant Experience supporting children or young people with SEND is desirable.
Calm, patient and confident in providing firm but fair boundaries.
Passionate about supporting young people with Autism.
Available full-time from September 2026-July 2027This is an outstanding opportunity to develop specialist SEND experience while making a lasting impact on a young person's education, confidence and future.
Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruiters.
We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEND TA role in Merton.
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We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND TA role.
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Full Time Teaching Assistant Autism Specialist in Merton employer: Ribbons and Reeves Limited
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