Primary SEND Teaching Assistant - ASD & Communication Support**
Aspire People are seeking a **SEND Teaching Assistant** with experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or speech and language needs. This is a rewarding role for candidates who enjoy tailoring support to meet individual communication and learning requirements.
**The Role:**
* Supporting pupils with ASD and communication difficulties within a primary classroom
* Assisting with structured learning activities, social skills development, and routines
* Providing small-group or occasional 1:1 support to reinforce learning
* Encouraging interaction, independence, and confidence
* Supporting teachers in delivering the curriculum in an accessible way
* Monitoring progress and contributing to individual education plans (IEPs)
**The Ideal Candidate:**
* Experience working with pupils with ASD or speech and language needs
* Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Understanding of sensory needs and strategies for inclusion
**Why Work with Aspire People:**
* Flexible placements across primary schools
* Competitive pay rates and long-term opportunities
* Dedicated support from experienced education consultants
* Access to CPD and career development
This role is ideal for SEND TAs who enjoy making a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with communication and learning challenges.
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