Specialist Teaching Assistant (STA) - Autism / SEND 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. We are looking for patient, empathetic and resilient STA's to join our Ambitious College in Tottenham. The age group of our learners is from 16 to 25 years and all learners have a primary diagnosis of autism. 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 The role: 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 Why join us: 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 Ambitious About Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age. Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people. Ambitious About Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search may be carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are as per the job description and person specification. Whether the post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
Oct 21, 2026
Full time
Specialist Teaching Assistant (STA) - Autism / SEND 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. We are looking for patient, empathetic and resilient STA's to join our Ambitious College in Tottenham. The age group of our learners is from 16 to 25 years and all learners have a primary diagnosis of autism. 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 The role: 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 Why join us: 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 Ambitious About Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age. Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people. Ambitious About Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search may be carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are as per the job description and person specification. Whether the post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
Specialist Teaching Assistant- Autism / SEND 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. We are looking for patient, empathetic and resilient STA's to join our Ofsted "Outstanding" TreeHouse School in Muswell Hill. Full time, permanent (term time only) Hours: 8.45am - 4.35pm (4pm finish on a Friday) Salary: £27,770 to £28,005 per annum Location: Muswell Hill, North London (N10 3JA) Start date: November 2026 (can be flexible depending on notice periods) The role: 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: Responding to behaviours of distress with patient and supportive care Supporting pupils with personal care Access learning Developing communication, confidence and independence Celebrate progress - however big or small Take part in community based activities like swimming, skiing and horse riding Helping our pupils feel safe, understood and proud of themselves Why join us: 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 page Ambitious About Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age. Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people. Ambitious About Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search may be carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are as per the job description and person specification. Whether the post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
Oct 21, 2026
Full time
Specialist Teaching Assistant- Autism / SEND 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. We are looking for patient, empathetic and resilient STA's to join our Ofsted "Outstanding" TreeHouse School in Muswell Hill. Full time, permanent (term time only) Hours: 8.45am - 4.35pm (4pm finish on a Friday) Salary: £27,770 to £28,005 per annum Location: Muswell Hill, North London (N10 3JA) Start date: November 2026 (can be flexible depending on notice periods) The role: 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: Responding to behaviours of distress with patient and supportive care Supporting pupils with personal care Access learning Developing communication, confidence and independence Celebrate progress - however big or small Take part in community based activities like swimming, skiing and horse riding Helping our pupils feel safe, understood and proud of themselves Why join us: 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 page Ambitious About Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age. Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people. Ambitious About Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search may be carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are as per the job description and person specification. Whether the post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? This could be your next rewarding opportunity in Tamworth and the surrounding areas! Use your experience to make a real difference to pupils who require extra support with their learning, communication, independence, and emotional development. Whether you are looking for long-term stability or the flexibility of day-to-day assignments, there are a range of roles to suit. What's in it for you? Competitive daily pay of £95 - £109.25 Full-time, part-time and flexible working opportunities Long-term and day-to-day assignments available Opportunities within specialist SEND education settings Work with pupils with a range of additional and complex needs Develop valuable SEND experience Make a meaningful difference to pupils' education and independence The Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide individualised support for pupils with a range of additional needs. Your duties may include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support Supporting pupils with Autism, communication needs and learning disabilities Supporting pupils with SLD, PMLD and complex needs where required Following individual support plans and EHCP outcomes Using visual, sensory and structured approaches to learning Supporting communication, engagement and interaction Encouraging independence and the development of life skills Supporting pupils' social and emotional development Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation Helping pupils access learning at an appropriate level Working alongside teachers, therapists and other professionals Following safeguarding procedures at all times Skills and Experience At least 6 months' experience supporting children or young people with SEND Previous experience within a school, specialist school or SEND education setting Experience supporting Autism, learning disabilities and/or complex needs is highly desirable Confidence providing 1:1 and small-group support Understanding of different communication and learning needs Patient, resilient and nurturing approach Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Teaching Assistant or SEND-related qualification is desirable Ability to provide references covering your most recent 24 months Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to have one processed Location and Package Based in Tamworth and surrounding areas Daily rate: £95.00 - £109.25 Flexible start from October 2026 Contract, temporary, long-term and flexible opportunities available Full-time and part-time options If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant and passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Take the next step and apply to join a supportive, rewarding environment, helping local children flourish.
Oct 05, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? This could be your next rewarding opportunity in Tamworth and the surrounding areas! Use your experience to make a real difference to pupils who require extra support with their learning, communication, independence, and emotional development. Whether you are looking for long-term stability or the flexibility of day-to-day assignments, there are a range of roles to suit. What's in it for you? Competitive daily pay of £95 - £109.25 Full-time, part-time and flexible working opportunities Long-term and day-to-day assignments available Opportunities within specialist SEND education settings Work with pupils with a range of additional and complex needs Develop valuable SEND experience Make a meaningful difference to pupils' education and independence The Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide individualised support for pupils with a range of additional needs. Your duties may include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support Supporting pupils with Autism, communication needs and learning disabilities Supporting pupils with SLD, PMLD and complex needs where required Following individual support plans and EHCP outcomes Using visual, sensory and structured approaches to learning Supporting communication, engagement and interaction Encouraging independence and the development of life skills Supporting pupils' social and emotional development Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation Helping pupils access learning at an appropriate level Working alongside teachers, therapists and other professionals Following safeguarding procedures at all times Skills and Experience At least 6 months' experience supporting children or young people with SEND Previous experience within a school, specialist school or SEND education setting Experience supporting Autism, learning disabilities and/or complex needs is highly desirable Confidence providing 1:1 and small-group support Understanding of different communication and learning needs Patient, resilient and nurturing approach Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Teaching Assistant or SEND-related qualification is desirable Ability to provide references covering your most recent 24 months Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to have one processed Location and Package Based in Tamworth and surrounding areas Daily rate: £95.00 - £109.25 Flexible start from October 2026 Contract, temporary, long-term and flexible opportunities available Full-time and part-time options If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant and passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Take the next step and apply to join a supportive, rewarding environment, helping local children flourish.
