SEND Teaching Assistant – Special Education School – Feltham

Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role in a supportive Special Education setting?

We are currently recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Feltham, supporting pupils from Reception through to Year 11. The school caters for students with a range of additional needs, and applicants must have experience working with children or young people with a diagnosis of autism.

Role details:

Position: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Feltham
Setting: Special Education School
Age range: Reception to Year 11
Contract: Full-time
Start: ASAP / upcoming start available

The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will:

• Support students with autism across a specialist school environment
• Work closely with class teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Help pupils access learning and develop independence
• Provide consistent, patient, and positive support
• Assist with behaviour, communication, and sensory needs where required

Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting students with autism
• Experience in a school, care, SEN, or specialist provision is desirable
• A calm, resilient, and nurturing approach
• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Must hold a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs in a welcoming specialist school.

Apply today to be considered for this SEND Teaching Assistant role in Feltham.

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