Assistant Teacher - Specialist Education Support

£29,083 - £31,467 | 36.5 Hours per Week | Fixed-Term 18-Month Contract

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with complex learning disabilities and autism to achieve positive outcomes?

Staffline Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of a leading specialist education provider for an experienced Assistant Teacher to support students with complex learning disabilities, autism, and high support needs within a specialist school setting.

The Role

Working alongside a Class Teacher and a second Assistant Teacher, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality learning, care, and behavioural support to a small group of students. You will help create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment while promoting student wellbeing, independence, and achievement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting teaching and learning activities for individual students and small groups
• Implementing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies and Behaviour Support Plans
• Providing hands-on support to students with complex learning and behavioural needs
• Carrying out dynamic risk assessments and responding appropriately to incidents
• Supporting and guiding Classroom Assistants to ensure consistent, person-centred practice
• Working collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary professionals
• Promoting positive outcomes while reducing restrictive practices wherever possible

Essential Criteria

Applicants must have either:

• A Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline and at least 1 year's experience supporting children or young people with learning disabilities and/or autism in a learning disability setting; or
• A Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) together with a minimum of 5 years' relevant experience.

You should also have:

• Experience supporting children and young people who display behaviours of concern
• A strong understanding of Positive Behaviour Support principles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to undertake dynamic risk assessments and make sound decisions in challenging situations

What's on Offer?

• Salary: £29,083 - £31,467
• 36.5 hours per week
• 30 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
• Additional school closure days
• Occupational pension scheme
• Occupational sick pay scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Free parking
• Death in Service benefit
• Health scheme options available

Important Information

Please note: This role does not currently meet the criteria set by the UK Home Office for sponsorship under the Health and Care Worker Visa route.

If you have experience supporting children or young people with additional needs and are looking to make a meaningful difference within a specialist educational setting, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, contact Caitlin at Staffline Recruitment today.