**SEND Teaching Assistant - KS1 Support (Autism & Additional Needs)**

Aspire People are currently recruiting for a **SEND Teaching Assistant** to support pupils within **KS1**, working across a classroom where there are a number of children with **Autism (ASC) and additional learning needs**.

This is a varied role where you will work closely with the class teacher to support multiple pupils, with a mix of **in-class support, small group work, and occasional 1:1 support where required**.

**The Role:**
* Supporting pupils with Autism and additional needs within a KS1 classroom
* Working with small groups to support learning and engagement
* Providing occasional 1:1 support for pupils who need extra guidance
* Using structured approaches such as visual timetables and routine-based learning
* Supporting transitions, focus, and emotional regulation
* Assisting the class teacher with adapting activities to meet different needs

**The Ideal Candidate:**
* Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly Autism
* Patient, consistent, and nurturing approach
* Able to support a range of needs within a busy classroom environment
* Good understanding of routines and structured support strategies
* Strong teamwork and communication skills

**Why Work with Aspire People:**
* Long-term opportunities within supportive schools
* Competitive daily pay rates
* Access to SEND-focused training and CPD
* Dedicated consultant support

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working across a classroom while still making a meaningful impact on pupils with additional needs.

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.