Teaching Assistant - Autism - Outstanding School - PERM

Learning Support - Teaching Assistant - Autism - PERMANENT Location: East Grinstead | Contract: PERM | Salary: £23,000 to £25,000 per annum Opportunity at a small independent day school for pupils with autism. We provide specialised teaching for Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form pupils, aged 4 to 19, who have an autistic diagnosis. The aim was to provide a highly specialised approach to meet each pupil's individual and autism specific needs within the social setting of a school. The defining aspect of our school is individualised programmes for each pupil throughout the school day based on behavioural analysis and other complementary methods including: Speech and Language Therapy Occupational Therapy Total communication approach Attention Autism A range of Augmentative Communication (AAC) methods, including: topic boards, talking mats, hi tech devices, sign, Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)Why work for this 'Outstanding' School? Hardworking but sociable: The school creates regular socialising opportunities including after pupil hours socials where we can get together and have fun, mental health and well-being days, Summer and Christmas events.What this 'Outstanding' School can offer you: A supportive and welcoming workforce Ongoing training and development opportunities A voice where everyone is invited to contribute Free uniform, parking on site and a lovely working environmentAbout you: Soft skills - Patience, caring and resilience Good communicator - able to adjusts communication style to suit the child Team Player - Active listener, open to new ideas, embraces different points of view Passion to support children and engage in fun, motivating learning Own transport - you will need your own transport Apply today to join our outstanding team and help every child make sense of their world. If you're a graduate in Psychology, Education, Sociology or Criminology, or simply want to make a meaningful impact, this is a perfect opportunity. Apply now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd: (phone number removed)

Location: East Grinstead, West Sussex, GB

Posted Date: 10/24/2025