Overview
The Rise Sixth Form is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Advanced Teaching and Learning Assistant to join our team to support autistic young people in achieving their best and shaping their futures in life, study and employment.
As an Advanced Teaching and Learning Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering English Functional Skills by planning, teaching, and organising resources. Working as part of our Sixth Form team, you will provide teaching and positive behaviour support (PBS) to enable autistic young people to overcome barriers to learning, grow in confidence and reach their aspirations.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, deliver and organise resources for a subject area or pastoral responsibility, with support from the Head of Sixth Form.
* Deliver high-quality support in literacy, numeracy and across the curriculum.
* Use specialist knowledge to ensure pupils receive tailored and meaningful learning opportunities.
* Provide classroom cover and support for colleagues when required.
* Assist with planning and delivering personalised support plans.
* Support pupils with UCAS applications, apprenticeship paperwork and personal statements.
* Monitor, evaluate and record pupil progress, ensuring accurate use of assessment tools.
* Liaise effectively with parents, carers, staff and our transdisciplinary team.
* Attend to students' personal, social, health and welfare needs as required.
* Lead on curriculum resources, activities and displays within your area of responsibility.
* Contribute to Sixth Form events including induction, results day, parents' evenings, and work-related learning opportunities.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who is:
* Committed and aspirational – with the highest expectations for our learners' achievement and behaviour.
* Proactive and reflective – eager to take responsibility for professional development and embrace evidence-based practice.
* Team-focused – able to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external professionals.
* Skilled and knowledgeable – with experience in supporting autistic young people and removing barriers to learning.
* Organised and resourceful – confident in planning lessons, managing data and supporting accreditation pathways.
Why Join The Rise Sixth Form?
* Be part of a specialist setting that truly values holistic learning and personal development.
* Work in a collaborative, transdisciplinary environment.
* Access to ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities.
* Play a meaningful role in preparing autistic young people for their next stage of life, learning or work.
Closing Date: Tuesday 30 September 2025
Interview Date: Monday 6th October 2025
Start Date: November 2025
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates and value the diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Safeguarding Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search may be carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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