Are you a disciplined and focused SEN Teaching Assistant with specialist experience in Autism, ready to provide structured, consistent support in a high-expectation environment?

Reeson Education are recruiting a confident SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist) to work in a well-organised school setting in Rotherham (S66). This role suits someone calm, direct, and capable of maintaining firm routines while supporting pupils with Autism to remain regulated, engaged, and progressing.

About the SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist) Role: As an SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist), you will provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with Autism. You will reinforce clear routines, structured learning, and behaviour frameworks to ensure pupils remain focused and supported throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities as SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist):

Targeted Autism Support: Deliver structured one-to-one and small-group interventions tailored to individual EHCP targets. Routine & Structure: Maintain clear boundaries, visual schedules, and consistent classroom expectations. Behaviour & Regulation: Apply firm, calm strategies to support emotional regulation and focus. Progress Monitoring: Record academic, behavioural, and social development accurately. Professional Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, SENCO, behaviour teams, and external specialists.To succeed as an SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist), you will need:

Proven experience supporting pupils with Autism in SEN or specialist settings. Strong presence with clear, direct communication. Confidence managing behaviour through consistency and structured support. Understanding of EHCPs, sensory strategies, and autism-specific interventions. A proactive, organised, and resilient approach. An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply through Reeson Education.Benefits as SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist):

Competitive daily rate of £90-£120 depending on experience. Full-time and part-time opportunities available. Access to specialist SEN and Autism-focused training. A structured and supportive working environment. A direct opportunity to influence pupil progress and independence.Please note: This role requires strong safeguarding awareness. All applicants must meet full safer-recruitment checks, including holding an enhanced DBS on the update service or being willing to obtain one.

As an ethical and independent recruitment agency, Reeson Education provide high-quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

For more information or to apply for the SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist) role, please contact: Mitch Stringer ✉️ (phone number removed)

We look forward to welcoming a capable and dependable SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism Specialist) to the team.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07