SEN Teaching Assistant – Autism & Communication Needs

SEN Teaching Assistant – Autism & Communication Needs
SEN Teaching Assistant📍 Hove🕒 Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm💷 From £93 per day📅 Full-Time | Term Time Only
A vibrant primary school in Hove is looking to appoint an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism and communication needs across Key Stage 1.
The school benefits from a highly experienced SEND team and has invested heavily in creating an inclusive environment where children feel safe, understood, and able to achieve success. The successful candidate will support a small group of pupils both within the classroom and through targeted intervention sessions.
This role would suit someone who understands the importance of routine, visual support strategies, and relationship-based approaches to learning.
Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils with Autism to access the curriculum
Delivering speech, language, and communication interventions
Using visual timetables and structured learning approaches
Promoting positive social interactions during lessons and playtimes
Supporting emotional regulation strategies
Working collaboratively with teachers and the SENDCo

We’re looking for someone who:

Has experience supporting children with Autism
Understands communication and sensory differences
Builds positive relationships quickly
Is proactive, adaptable, and patient
Has previous school-based experience

The school offers a welcoming environment, excellent training opportunities, and a genuinely supportive leadership team.