Autism Teaching Assistant

Salary: N13-N17 £30,023 - £32,046 (FTE), £26,255.66 - £28,024.81 (Actual)

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only plus Inset Days

Closing date: Monday 2 November, Midnight

Interview date: Tuesday 10 November, Time to be confirmed

This role will suit someone who has experience of working with SEND children, ideally within a secondary setting. It will also suit someone who may be newer to the role but has the enthusiasm, commitment, and adaptability to learn quickly and develop their skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate patience, resilience, and excellent communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children and staff alike. A willingness to support pupils with a range of needs in class and deliver interventions under the guidance of the SENDCO will be essential. Full training and a structured induction programme will be provided.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the provision for Autistic students, including those on the pathway and/or displaying tendencies as well as supporting students in class and through targeted interventions. The role will suit someone who is passionate about helping children to achieve their best, enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team, and is committed to making a positive impact.

Key Responsibilities (further details in the attached application pack):

• Act as the lead for provision for Autistic students within the department.
• Create and review pupil learning plans and communicate this with staff
• Plan and deliver targeted interventions to support pupils’ progress.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress in class and targeted interventions.
• Work under the direction of a teacher to provide in class support to groups of students.
• Work with a range of pupils, including those with SEND, to promote inclusion, engagement, and positive behaviour.
• Assist with the preparation of classroom resources and the organisation of learning environments to ensure they are purposeful and well-structured.

We offer:

• Enhanced CPD, including access to professional networks across the Trust
• Paid induction and training suited to the role
• Confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking
• Use of the Cycle Scheme
• Paid completion of a DBS check
• Free eye tests (where the employee is desk-based)
• Where eligible, automatic enrolment to the relevant pension scheme
• Honouring of continuous service earned in the Local Authority

Fluency Duty

This role has been identified as falling within the definition of requiring fluency in spoken English. You will be required to speak English with confidence and be able to conduct a conversation and answer questions for extended periods of time.

Safeguarding Statement

Amplify Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. Our policy and practice is in line with the Department for Education’s ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ most recent Guidance. We ensure that all appropriate measures are applied in relation to everyone who works for the Trust who is likely to be perceived by the children as a safe and trustworthy adult. Safer recruitment practice includes scrutinising applicants, online checks, verifying identity and academic or vocational qualifications, obtaining professional and character references, checking previous employment history and ensuring that a candidate has the health and physical capacity for the job.