Autism, Psychology & Speech and Language Learning Support Assistant

Autism, Psychology & Speech and Language Learning Support Assistant – Independent SEN School Kingston upon Thames

Full‑Time Term Time Only
September Start £108.35 per day

Are you a Psychology graduate, aspiring Speech and Language Therapist, Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist or future SEN Teacher? Do you want to gain hands‑on experience supporting children with Autism and complex learning needs in a highly respected independent SEN school?

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading independent SEN school in Kingston upon Thames for an enthusiastic Autism, Psychology & Speech and Language Learning Support Assistant. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Educational Psychologists while making a genuine difference to the lives of children with additional needs.

• Support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated communication and learning needs.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions focusing on speech, language and social communication.
• Assist pupils in developing emotional regulation, confidence and independence.
• Support literacy, numeracy and functional learning across the curriculum.
• Implement personalised learning strategies and EHCP targets.
• Use visual supports, communication systems and sensory strategies to maximise pupil engagement.
• Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver a consistent, child‑centred approach.
• Record progress and contribute to pupil development plans.

We welcome applications from:

• Psychology graduates.
• Speech and Language Therapy graduates or aspiring SLTs.
• Education Studies graduates.
• Childhood Studies graduates.
• Health and Social Care graduates.
• Criminology graduates with SEN experience.
• Experienced Learning Support Assistants and SEN Teaching Assistants.

You will have:

• A genuine passion for supporting children with SEND.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, resilience and a positive attitude.
• The ability to build trusting relationships with pupils.
• Experience working with children or young people (school, care, youth work, tutoring or voluntary settings).

• Autism (ASC)
• Speech and Language Needs
• ADHD
• SEMH
• Learning Difficulties
• PECS, Makaton or visual communication systems
• Sensory integration strategies
• Behaviour support
• Personal care (where required)

• A highly regarded independent SEN school with exceptional facilities.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing CPD.
• Opportunity to work alongside Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Educational Psychologists.
• Excellent preparation for careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, Teaching or SEN.
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff.
• Small class sizes with excellent staff-to-pupil ratios.
• A rewarding role where every day makes a difference.