Most teaching assistant roles feel like you're just managing behaviour and filling time. This one is different: you'll work in a brand new, state-of-the-art school where your real job is helping young people with autism and SEMH needs discover they can learn, grow and believe in themselves. Every small win you create ripples into something massive
Picture this: you're working in a purpose-built school designed from the ground up to work for children aged 8 to 16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and autism. The facilities are beautiful, the resources are there, and the team around you actually knows what they're doing. You're not firefighting or making do with scraps
Your day is about noticing those moments that matter. A young person who sat through a whole lesson without shutting down. A student who asked for help instead of giving up. A child who smiled. These aren't small things to them, and they won't feel small to you either. You'll go home knowing you changed something real
You won't do this alone. Your colleagues are the best at what they do, you'll get a full induction and proper on-the-job training, and the school environments are built for success. This provider promotes from within, so if you want to grow into a leadership role, the path is there and it's been walked by people just like you
What you will be doing
- Support pupils with autism and SEMH needs to engage with learning and develop their abilities in the classroom
- Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver individualised support that raises self-esteem and builds confidence
- Help young people develop the skills and resilience they need to access education and make progress
- Contribute to the everyday running of a purposefully designed school environment that works for children with complex needs
Why you will love working here
- Up to £27,528 salary plus an excellent benefits package designed to reward your hard work
- Full school holidays so you actually get time to recharge
- Contributory pension matched up to 5%, medical cover including opticians and dentist claims, life insurance and high-street discounts
- Clear progression pathway: most of the school leaders have been promoted from within the organisation
- Wellbeing tools, employee assistance, full induction and ongoing training to help you succeed
Is this you?
- You have a genuine passion for supporting children to learn and you understand the impact that can have on their lives
- You're a team player with a 'can do' attitude who rolls up their sleeves to help others
- Ideally you've worked in a classroom before, but if not, don't worry - we'll give you all the training you need
- You're resilient and dedicated, and you see the value in those huge small victories that others might miss
Applications close on 12 October 2026. Great roles like this are filled quickly, so the sooner you apply the better.
Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.