Special Needs Teaching Assistant, ASD and MLD

Special Needs Teaching Assistant, ASD and MLD

Are you passionate about making a difference in the early stages of a child’s education?

A specialist primary-age SEND setting in Barnstaple is seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants to support pupils aged 3–11 with a range of additional needs including Autism (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and communication needs.

This nurturing and structured environment focuses heavily on routine, visual learning strategies and sensory regulation.

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Assisting with communication and speech interventions
• Encouraging social development and emotional regulation
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and SEN specialists

• Experience working in schools or specialist settings
• Patient, calm and adaptable approach
• Understanding of Autism and communication needs desirable
• Team Teach training beneficial but not essential

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

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