SEN Teaching Assistant - ASC Specialist

SEN Teaching Assistant – ASC Specialist Class (Non-Verbal Students)

Coventry | Full Time | Long-Term | September Start

Vision for Education are recruiting for a compassionate and patient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Coventry, supporting students within an ASC specialist class group.

This role will involve working closely with non-verbal students with Autism (ASC), supporting communication, engagement and emotional regulation within a highly nurturing and sensory-based learning environment.

The school is undergoing significant expansion and is looking for staff who are passionate about SEN and want to grow long-term within a supportive specialist setting.

The “Explorers” class supports students who are:

• Non-verbal or minimally verbal
• Communicating through gestures, sounds or communication aids
• Requiring sensory support and structured routines
• Sometimes displaying repetitive behaviours linked to Autism
• Learning through sensory exploration and life skills activities rather than traditional classroom subjects

Students benefit from staff who are calm, consistent, patient and able to build trusting relationships over time.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will:

• Support students on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Help pupils engage with sensory-based learning activities
• Support communication using visuals and communication aids
• Assist with emotional regulation and transitions throughout the day
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students
• Work closely with teachers and therapists to support student development

The school welcomes applicants from a variety of backgrounds, including:

• SEN support
• Care or support work
• Psychology graduates
• Youth work
• Nursery or childcare backgrounds

The most important qualities are:

• Patience and empathy
• A genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A calm and nurturing approach
• Willingness to learn and develop within SEN education

Previous school experience is helpful but not essential.

• Opportunity to join a rapidly expanding SEN school
• Strong opportunities for progression and long-term development
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative environment
• Meaningful role making a genuine impact on students’ lives

• Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)
• FREE CPD and SEN training
• Dedicated consultant support
• Long-term and permanent opportunities

If you are looking for a rewarding full-time role supporting students with Autism and communication needs, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure your opportunity.