Full-Time | Primary Age Pupils (4-11) | Through TalentBoard

 

TalentBoard are recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to work full-time within a highly regarded specialist primary provision supporting children aged 4-11 with autism and additional communication needs. The successful candidate will be primarily based within a Key Stage 1 class supporting non-verbal pupils. The setting places a strong emphasis on communication, sensory regulation, structured learning and developing independence through specialised approaches tailored to each child's needs.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEND professional who enjoys building meaningful relationships with children and supporting them to make progress both academically and socially.

 

The Role

 

You will:

• Support non-verbal children with autism within a specialist Key Stage 1 provision.

• Help pupils access learning using communication and visual support strategies.

• Assist with sensory regulation activities and emotional wellbeing support.

• Promote engagement, independence and positive social interactions.

• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals.

• Contribute to a structured, nurturing and consistent learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

 

We are particularly interested in applicants who have:

• Experience supporting children under the age of 7 with autism.

• Experience working with non-verbal children.

• Knowledge of autism-friendly approaches and sensory needs.

• Strong behaviour support and relationship-building skills.

• A calm, patient and resilient approach.

• Experience within SEND schools, specialist provisions or alternative settings.

• A genuine passion for helping children thrive.

Experience of communication approaches such as visual timetables, PECS, Attention Autism or similar strategies would be highly advantageous. The school uses a range of specialist communication and autism-specific approaches to support pupil development.

 

What TalentBoard Offers

• Competitive daily pay.

• Full-time opportunity with consistent working hours.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

• Opportunity to work within a welcoming specialist setting with a strong inclusive ethos and child-centred approach.

• Potential for a longer-term or permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding, reference and enhanced DBS checks.

If you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role supporting young children with autism and communication needs, we'd love to hear from you.