Trainee Tutor / Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support for SEN Pupils

About the role

We are looking for a motivated Trainee Tutor / Teaching Assistant to provide one‑to‑one support for 2–3 pupils with additional needs in a specialist school environment. Full training in autism support and ABA‑based learning methods will be provided.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver personalised, structured learning activities for assigned pupils.
• Record and track pupil progress using basic IT tools.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists and behaviour specialists.
• Support safeguarding and promote the welfare of children.

Required profile

• Experience working with children or young people, or transferable experience from care settings.
• Interest in child development and special educational needs (SEN).
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, team‑oriented attitude.

Required skills

• Basic IT skills for recording and tracking pupil progress.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £24,300 per year with a joining bonus.
• Regular pay reviews and funded training programmes.
• Full training in SEN, autism and ABA approaches.
• Career progression within the organisation and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• School‑term working pattern, Monday‑Friday 8:45 am‑5:00 pm (4:30 pm finish on Friday).