Most teaching assistant roles in SEND settings leave you exhausted and undervalued. But this one is different: you'll work in a specialist school rated Good by Ofsted, where your colleagues genuinely know what they're doing, the environment is beautifully resourced, and the organisation actually invests in your long-term career. If you're ready to celebrate the huge small victories and build a rewarding teaching career, this is the role for you
Imagine working somewhere that understands what real progress looks like for young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and SEMH needs. Here, sitting through a lesson isn't just attendance - it's a win worth celebrating. You'll see children develop their abilities, rebuild their self-esteem, and take positive steps forward that genuinely matter. Yes, it's challenging work. But when you see those breakthroughs, you'll know exactly why you chose this path
The school sits on a historic site with views of Windsor Castle, and it's not just a beautiful backdrop - it's a symbol of the heritage and quality built into this place. It's an independent specialist day school with both primary and secondary settings, purposefully designed for young people with complex educational needs and communication difficulties. You'll be part of a team where most of the leaders and head teachers have been promoted from within, which tells you everything about how they nurture people who care
You won't be doing this alone. Full induction and on-the-job training means you'll build real confidence. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, and you'll work closely with therapists to support each young person holistically. This is what proper professional support looks like in a SEND setting - not just a job, but genuine partnership
What you will be doing
- Support children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and SEMH needs to learn and develop their abilities in the classroom
- Work closely with the teacher and therapeutic staff to deliver high-quality, individualised support tailored to each young person's complex needs
- Help raise self-esteem and build confidence in young people with communication difficulties and challenging behaviours
- Celebrate progress - those huge small victories - and help create an environment where every step forward is recognised and encouraged
Why you will love working here
- Salary up to £31,397 plus an excellent benefits package - one of the best in the education sector
- Full school holidays so you can genuinely rest and recharge between terms
- Structured career progression: most leaders here have been promoted from within, so your future is real
- Flexible benefits you can personalise, contributory pension matched up to 5%, medical cover for opticians and dental, and high-street discounts
- Wellbeing support including employee assistance, plus a recommend-a-friend scheme that pays you £1,000 every time a colleague joins
Is this you?
- Are you a genuine team player with a 'can do' attitude who rolls up your sleeves to help others?
- Do you have real passion for supporting children to learn and understand the impact it can have on their lives?
- Ideally you've worked in a classroom before, but if not, we'll provide all the relevant training to get you there
- Can you bring enthusiasm and the willingness to work closely with teachers and therapists, adapting to each young person's individual needs?
Applications close on 12 October 2026. Great roles like this are filled quickly, so the sooner you apply the better.
Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.