Autism Specialist SEND Support | KS1 | Immediate Start

A Primary School in Westerhope is seeking a dedicated SEND Support Assistant with strong autism experience to work in their SEND Classroom. This role is focused on working with a small group of KS1 children with autism and additional needs, providing 1:1 and small group support in a structured, nurturing environment.

You will be working with a team who are known for their friendly, helpful and welcoming manner.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing consistent, calm, and patient support to Year 1 children with autism in the SEND classroom

• Supporting communication through visual aids, structured routines, and tailored strategies

• Working closely with the class teacher and SEND team to deliver EHCP targets

• Helping children regulate emotions, develop independence, and build confidence

• Creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment where every child feels valued

About you:

• Experience supporting children with autism (essential)

• Confident using strategies to support communication and behaviour regulation

• Patient, resilient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations

• Flexible and proactive, with a strong commitment to inclusion

• Available immediately and able to commit full-time

• You have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service

Why join this school?

• Supportive, collaborative staff team

• A chance to make a real difference to children’s early education

• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities (including free Thrive Approach training)

• Weekly pay via PAYE and a dedicated consultant to support you
  
  

Apply today to start making a difference from day one. This role is available for an immediate start, so don’t miss out!