SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant for Autism Support in Mainstream Schools (Exeter)

Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team, supporting primary students with autism in mainstream schools across Exeter. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about inclusive education and making a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and group support to students with autism, helping them access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.
- Work closely with class teachers to implement tailored support plans, ensuring individual needs are met.
- Assist in the development of social, emotional, and communication skills.
- Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Support the use of visual aids, sensory strategies, and structured routines to enhance learning.
- Monitor progress and provide feedback to staff and parents as needed.

Requirements:
- Experience working with children, preferably those with autism or additional needs, in an educational setting.
- A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Knowledge of strategies to support students with autism is desirable.
- Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or special needs are advantageous but not essential. Training will be provided.

What We Offer:
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and specialised training.
- The chance to positively impact the lives of children with additional needs in Exeter schools.

Applications:
Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to fern.white@teachingpersonnel.com

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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