Senior Teaching Assistant

Job Details

Hours:

37 hours per week, term-time only

Salary: £28,206.38 per annum

Job Role:

Full‑Time Senior Teaching Assistant

Sutherland House School is a non‑maintained specialist school for autistic children and young people aged 3–19. It offers small class groups, favourable staffing levels and excellent training and professional development opportunities. The school has an Ofsted rating of Good and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

You will play a key role in supporting teachers to provide individualised and group support to autistic children and young people, helping them achieve their full potential in a nurturing, tailored educational environment.

• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to implement personalised learning plans.
• Adapt teaching materials and ensure children’s social, emotional and academic needs are met.
• Engage with families, therapists and external agencies to support pupil progress.
• Assist with the delivery of lessons and support classroom activities.

• Previous experience of working in an additional needs environment (desirable).
• Commitment to supporting autistic pupils and families.
• Strong communication and team working skills.
• Full training and support will be provided if necessary.

Autism East Midlands is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check at a cost to the individual.