SEND TA Newark

Location: Newark on Trent

SEND Teaching Assistant - Newark
Term Time Only | Full-Time Opportunity
Recruiting through Aspire People
Aspire People are seeking a caring and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Newark. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children and young people with autism in a nurturing and structured environment.
The school is committed to providing a holistic approach to learning, development, and nurture, ensuring pupils have every opportunity to thrive. Children and young people are regularly assessed using the Autism Progression Tracker, which helps staff develop strategies and therapies to support communication, social understanding, emotional awareness, sensory processing, independence, and engagement.

Working Hours:

* Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 3:30pm

* Term Time Only
Location Requirements:

* The school is in a rural area, so candidates must have their own car to get to work reliably.

The Role:

* Support children and young people with autism to access learning and achieve their potential.

* Work with individuals and small groups to implement strategies from the Autism Progression Tracker.

* Assist with communication, social understanding, emotional regulation, and independence skills.

* Support personal care and sensory needs as required.

* Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to implement effective interventions.
We Are Looking For:

* Experience working with children or young people with autism or complex SEND.

* Knowledge of the UK curriculum and experience working in UK schools is preferred.

* Patience, resilience, and a compassionate approach.

* Strong communication and teamwork skills.

* A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers and thrive.
What Aspire People

Offer:

* Competitive rates of pay.

* Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

* Access to training and professional development opportunities.

* Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements.

* The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with autism.
If you are committed to supporting children with autism in a specialist setting and meet the requirements above, apply today through Aspire People and take the next step in your SEND career.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks