Teaching Assistant (Autism & Sensory Needs) – Mole Valley
Location: Surrey (Mole Valley)
Position: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £20,000 – £25,000 (Depending on Experience & Qualifications)
Start Date: February Half Term / ASAP
Are you passionate about supporting young people with autism and sensory processing needs? Do you want to make a meaningful difference to their daily learning, wellbeing, and development?
We are seeking a dedicated and nurturing Autism Teaching Assistant to join a forward-thinking specialist school in Mole Valley, Surrey. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a setting that places a strong emphasis on individualised support, emotional regulation, and sensory wellbeing.
We have a close relationship with the SLT at this school and are looking to organise interviews ASAP. You must be available for interviews immediately.
About the School:
This specialist setting supports pupils aged 11–19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and a wide range of sensory needs. The school provides a structured, calm, and nurturing environment where students receive tailored education and sensory-informed support to help them thrive both academically and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism and sensory needs
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Assist teachers in planning and delivering personalised, autism-friendly learning
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Support pupils with sensory regulation, communication, and emotional understanding
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Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
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Help create an inclusive, calm, predictable, and safe learning environment
What You’ll Get:
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A warm, supportive, and collaborative team environment
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Small class sizes
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Access to multi-disciplinary support (therapists, sensory specialists, pastoral staff)
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Ongoing professional development and autism-specific training
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Opportunity to train as a teacher after one year of service
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A clear pathway for career progression within autism and SEN education
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Teacher training opportunities for graduates after one year
About You:
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Experience working with children or young people with autism and/or sensory processing needs
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Ability to remain calm and regulated, understanding that distressed or challenging language often stems from sensory overload or communication difficulties
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Individuals from backgrounds such as police, youth work, gang intervention, security, or similar fields are encouraged to apply, as strong character skills and emotional resilience are highly valuable
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A calm, compassionate, and patient approach
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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A genuine passion for autism inclusion and neurodiversity-affirming practice
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Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, Psychology Degree, Youth Work) are desirable but not essential
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about helping autistic young people feel understood, supported, and empowered to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply Now:
Send your CV and a short cover letter to Jamie Martinez at jamie@psinclusion.co.uk
Safeguarding Statement:
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.