SEND Teaching Assistant – ASD Support

 
SEND Teaching Assistant – ASD Support
Location: BexleyJob Type: Full-time, Term-time onlyDays: Monday to FridayHours: 8:30am – 3:30pmPay: £100 – £120 per dayStart Date: Immediate
About the Role
Pink Tile Education are currently recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Bexley.
This is an exciting opportunity for a patient, reliable and compassionate individual who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
The successful candidate will provide 1:1 learning support, classroom support and pastoral support, helping pupils to access their education, develop their confidence and feel safe and supported throughout the school day.
You will be expected to build positive relationships with pupils and take a calm, patient and non-judgemental approach, recognising that every child has different needs.
Key Responsibilities

Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with ASD and additional learning needs.

Support pupils to access learning and participate in classroom activities.

Work closely with the class teacher and SEN team to support individual learning needs.

Provide effective classroom support across the school day.

Offer pastoral, emotional and social support to pupils.

Help pupils manage emotions, social situations and changes in routine.

Support pupils during transitions and throughout the school day.

Encourage independence, confidence, communication and positive behaviour.

Develop positive, trusting and professional relationships with pupils.

Adapt your approach to suit individual needs and learning styles.

Maintain a patient, understanding and non-judgemental approach.

Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff and other professionals.

Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

About You
We are looking for someone who is:

Reliable and punctual, with a strong commitment to supporting pupils.

Patient, caring and compassionate.

Non-judgemental and understanding of individual differences.

Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.

Confident supporting children with ASD or other additional needs.

Comfortable providing 1:1 support.

A strong communicator and team player.

Able to build positive and professional relationships with children.

Passionate about supporting children’s education, wellbeing and development.

Enthusiastic about developing their experience within SEND education.

Previous experience working with SEND, ASD, SEN, SEMH, children, schools, education, pastoral support or behaviour support would be highly desirable.
Relevant experience as a Teaching Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, SEN Teaching Assistant, Support Worker or Youth Worker would also be considered.
Why Work With Pink Tile Education?
At Pink Tile Education, we specialise in education recruitment and understand the unique challenges and rewards of working within SEND and SEMH settings.
Our approach is simple: “Best Fit, Every Time.”
We take the time to understand our candidates and schools to help ensure the right match.
What We Offer

£100–£120 per day

Monday to Friday

8:30am–3:30pm

Full-time, term-time only

Immediate start

Dedicated consultant throughout your placement

Support from an experienced education recruitment team

Opportunities to develop your SEND, SEMH and behaviour support experience

Access to further education opportunities through Pink Tile Education

Apply Today
If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and have the patience, resilience, reliability and enthusiasm to make a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this SEND Teaching Assistant position in Bexley.
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Pay & Holiday Pay
The advertised daily rate is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay.
Safeguarding
Pink Tile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, professional references and all other relevant safer recruitment checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Successful applicants will be required to complete the necessary background checks, including obtaining a DBS certificate if they do not already hold a valid certificate registered on the DBS Update Service.
Important Notice
In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this advertisement is for the purpose of identifying suitable applicants. We reserve the right to withdraw the advert prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.
Apply Now
Take the next step in your education career and apply today to join Pink Tile Education.