Teaching Assistant - ASD Provision

• Are you passionate about supporting students with an ASD diagnosis to make progress in all areas?
• Are you able to think outside the box and be creative?
• Are you able to see everyday as a fresh start?
• Are you looking for a new opportunity to work in a forward-thinking school?

If the answer is yes- we want you!

We are looking to recruit teaching assistants to become part of our fantastic team supporting children in ‘The Nest’ our Autism provision. Our provision has grown substantially, with 75 children now on role across our two provisions- one based at Hunsbury Park and the other in Duston (Chiltern Way. With a further expansion of another two classes planned for the new 2026 2027 academic year- this is an exciting time to join a passionate and supportive team!

The role of the teaching assistant will consist of supporting learning led by the class teacher, small group work and 1.1 teaching. Teaching Assistants help our bespoke curriculum to be delivered through ASD specific approaches and support learning to be fun and meaningful. In addition, teaching assistants will support students with personal care and hygiene alongside regulation.

As a provision we are fortunate to have specialist resources available such as immersive sensory rooms, soft playrooms, custom designed and built playgrounds and outdoor regulation spaces to support the varying and complex needs of the children who attend the provision.

You should have proven experience of working within primary schools and have at least NVQ2 qualifications or GCSE C or above in both English and Maths.

Please see the Job Description and Personal Specification for further information.

We can offer you:

• Wellbeing days to enable you to have a paid day off for yourself.
• Golden Tickets for toil days (time off in lieu) to acknowledge and reward those who go above and beyond.
• Happy, well-behaved and confident children.
• Termly whole staff treats as a token of appreciation for your hard work and commitment.
• Access to Westfield Health with money towards eye care, dental and more. As well as 24/7 phone access to a GP. This also gives access to an employee benefits’ portal, which includes discounts at 100s of online high street stores, turning points into cash.
• A friendly, welcoming and supporting staff culture that champions collaboration.
• A beautiful school and nursery environment that is well-cared for and continually improved.
• The chance to be part of a school that is passionate about inspiring our children and enabling them to reach their full potential.
• A commitment to Continued Professional Development (CPD) to enhance your professional growth. This includes 5-7 INSET days a year for dedicated staff development as well as access to the National College for further self-guided learning.
• Free on-site parking.
• Term-time position - enjoy your 13 weeks holidays!
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Trust socials as we are part of the Orbis Education Trust.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share in this commitment. This post is subject to safe recruitment practices, and all necessary checks will be made prior to employment commencing.

We would be delighted to show potential candidates around our provision and will be holding an open afternoon on Wednesday 9th September at our Duston site provision and on Thursday 10th September at our Hunsbury site. Please feel free to drop into provision between 1-5pm on these dates. It would be helpful if you could let us know you wish to attend via the following email address: [email removed]

Closing Date for Applications: Monday 14th September

Interviews to Take Place: TBC