Teaching Assistant Specialist School Location:Smallfield, SurreySalary: £13.51£14.45 per hour / £24,139£25,819 actual + £1,000 Welcome Bonus40 hours per week | Term time only | 8:15am start Ready to make a real difference for children who need it most? Join a specialist school supporting pupils aged 611 with Autism and associated communication and behavioural needs. This is a role where your patience, warmth and creativity genuinely change lives.What Youll Be DoingBuilding trusting, caring relationships so pupils feel safe, understood and ready to learnEncouraging independence, confidence and personal developmentSupporting the Class Teacher with the smooth running of the classroomAdapting to the needs of the day and contributing to a positive, nurturing environmentPromoting pupils cognitive, social, emotional and physical developmentUsing physical intervention when required (full training provided)What Youll BringGCSE Maths & English (Grade C/Level 3 or equivalent)Level 2 or 3 TA qualification (desirable)Experience in a special school or SEN environment (highly desirable)Team Teach training (advantageous)A calm, resilient and child?centred approachBenefits:Life assurance & pensionPerkbox discountsEmployee assistance programmeCar lease schemeFully funded training & qualificationsBike to work schemeFree health cash?back plan (dental, optical, physio & more)If youre passionate about helping children with Autism thrive in a safe, structured and joyful environment, this role offers the perfect platform to grow your skills and make a lasting impact.JBRP1_UKTJ