Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Bexley Job Type: Full-time (term-time) Start Date: Immediate starts available About Us We are working in partnership with a specialist academy dedicated to supporting autistic children and young people (aged 4–19) — many with complex needs and all with an EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan). Our school community is built on the values of trust, honesty, respect and kindness, providing a calm, welcoming and purposeful environment where pupils develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning. The Role – SEN Teaching Assistant As an SEN TA working with us, you will: * Provide one-to-one or small-group support to autistic learners with EHCPs, including children at early developmental stages. * Help pupils access and engage with the curriculum — supporting communication, reading, writing, numeracy, social and independent-living skills. * Create a calm, supportive, inclusive and safe learning environment, helping pupils build confidence, independence and resilience. * Support and adapt learning resources, collaborate with teachers to deliver personalised learning plans, and monitor and record pupil progress. * Work closely with teaching staff, school leadership, parents/carers, and external professionals to ensure holistic support. We’re Looking For Applicants Who Are: * Patient, empathetic, respectful and compassionate — able to build positive relationships with children, young people, parents and staff. * Skilled at working with children and young people with special educational needs — ideally with experience in supporting autistic learners or in similar SEN environments. * Flexible, creative and adaptable, able to tailor support to individual needs and varying developmental levels. * Committed to inclusion, equality, respect and kindness. * Able to maintain a calm, encouraging environment even under challenging behaviour or complex needs. Why Work With Us? * Opportunity to make a real, long-term difference in children’s lives. * Work within a values-driven, inclusive and supportive school community. * Be part of a collaborative team working in partnership with parents/carers, professionals and other schools. * Rewarding role helping children achieve independence, confidence, academic success and prepare for their future. How to Apply Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining: * Your interest in working with autistic children / young people and SEN settings; * Any relevant experience or transferable skills; * What you believe you can contribute to our community and why you think you’d be a good fit. Send applications to Sarah at Complete Classroom Services. We look forward to hearing from you