At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 support for a Year 8 pupil with Autism, helping them engage and develop independence.
- Company: 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 with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real 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.
Overview
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 1:1 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 2027
This is an outstanding opportunity to develop specialist SEND experience while making a lasting impact on a young person's education, confidence and future.
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1:1 Autism Teaching Assistant in London employer: RIBBONS AND REEVES
RIBBONS AND REEVES is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in Chipping Barnet, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' educational journeys while benefiting from flexible working hours and a commitment to ongoing training and development.
