Specialist Teaching Assistant

This is a role where no two days are ever the same! Some days can be very challenging, but they can also be incredibly rewarding. As a STA, you will be working on a 1:1 basis with our autistic pupils and assisting them with:

• Access learning
• Developing communication, confidence and independence
• Celebrate progress - however big or small
• Take part in community based activities like swimming and work experience
• Responding to behaviours of distress with patient and supportive care
• Supporting pupils with personal care
• Helping our pupils feel safe, understood and proud of themselves, Please note we're not responsible for the content of job ads, as they're posted by the recruiter. We'll aim to resolve the reported issue and we'll use your feedback to improve the quality of our ads.
  
  We are Ambitious about Autism, a national charity with a clear goal: to create a world where autistic children and young people are heard, included and supported.
  
  Full time, permanent (term time only)
• Hours: 9am - 4.30pm
• Salary: £27,610 to £27,845 per annum
• Location: Capital City College, Tottenham, N15 4FY, Please note we will be moving to Montagu Building at Capital City College's Enfield campus in September 2027
• Start date: November 2026, This is a term time only role (yet you are paid across 52 weeks!)
• You will be placed on a training programme when you join the role with continued CPD
• Be part of a warm, supportive and collaborative team
• Progression opportunities to grow your career in SEND
• Be part of a national charity with a clear mission and shared values
• Varied, meaningful work with real impact
• Access to staff discount schemes, including Blue Light Card eligibility
• Full benefits package on our website