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1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism Support (Year 1) Full-time | Monday-Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm | Start date: 19th January We are working with a welcoming and supportive primary school who are looking for a kind, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This role will involve providing 1:1 support for a child with autism who finds the mainstream classroom environment challenging at times. A large part of your day will be spent working with the child outside of the classroom in a calm breakout space, helping them to regulate, engage with learning and feel safe, understood and supported. There may also be opportunities during the day to support two Year 3 pupils, working closely with the class teacher and wider support staff. The role:

• Providing consistent 1:1 support for a child with autism
• Supporting learning and emotional regulation in a breakout space
• Helping the child develop confidence, communication and independence
• Using a calm, nurturing and flexible approach throughout the day
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and support staff
• Supporting additional pupils when required
We're looking for someone who:
• Has experience supporting children with autism or additional needs (school or care-based experience welcome)
• Is patient, compassionate and resilient
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with children
• Understands that progress looks different for every child
• Is happy working both 1:1 and in small group settings
Why this role?
• A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a child's school experience
• Supportive school environment with strong SEN values
• Consistent, full-time hours
• A chance to work closely with a child and see meaningful progress over time
If you're someone who truly cares about supporting children with additional needs and wants to be part of a nurturing school team, we'd love to hear from you.