SEN Teaching Assistant – Autism Support

SEN Teaching Assistant – Autism Support - Gloucester
Salary: £85 – £105 per day
Gloucester
Full-time (8:30am - 4:00pm)
September Start

Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism and looking to gain valuable experience within a specialist SEN environment? Do you have a patient, empathetic approach and a genuine interest in supporting young people with additional needs?

Academics are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Gloucester. This rewarding role involves supporting children with autism and associated social, emotional, and communication needs within a structured and nurturing learning environment.

This opportunity is ideal for graduates or individuals considering future careers in educational psychology, therapy, teaching, or mental health support.

• Provide tailored support to pupils with autism and complex learning needs
• Assist with emotional regulation and behaviour support strategies
• Support sensory-based learning approaches and structured routines
• Work closely with teachers and specialist professionals to deliver personalised support
• Encourage positive engagement and promote independence within the classroom
• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and within small group settings

• A compassionate, resilient, and proactive approach
• Interest in autism, SEN, and child development
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Psychology, counselling, education, or related background desirable
• Previous SEN, ASD, or mental health experience beneficial but not essential

• Opportunity to work within a specialist setting in Gloucester
• Hands‑on experience alongside therapists and SEN professionals
• Valuable experience for aspiring Assistant Psychologists, therapists, or teachers
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK

If you are passionate about supporting children with autism and are ready to develop your skills within a specialist SEN environment, apply today by submitting your CV to this advert.