Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: West Drayton
Hours: 32.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
Make a lasting difference in the lives of young people by joining our dedicated team, where we create nurturing and supportive environments that help pupils achieve more than they ever thought possible.
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant you'll work closely with inspiring pupils, all of whom have a diagnosis of autism and may have additional needs. Every child has incredible potential, and you'll play a key role in helping them unlock it through tailored, engaging learning experiences.
You'll help prepare learning materials, support classroom activities, and provide hands-on guidance under the direction of experienced teachers. Beyond the classroom, you'll support pupils' emotional and physical wellbeing, helping them build confidence, independence, and resilience.
No two days will be the same - you'll face challenges, celebrate successes, and develop your own skills along the way. With the support of an experienced and passionate team, you'll have every opportunity to grow and progress in your career.
Essential Requirements
Experience working with children.
Previous experience working with children with autism is highly desirable.
GCSE Grade C / 4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).
Compassionate, patient, and motivated to make a genuine impact on young people's lives.
If you're compassionate, patient, and ready to make a genuine impact, this is your chance to inspire young people and help shape brighter futures.
About Us
Career Teachers is supporting a school with one of our Early Years and Primary sites, providing specialist education for children aged 3.5 - 11 years old. Our school support pupils in the Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. We use a wide range of teaching strategies to engage learners with diverse learning difficulties and styles. Pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards the Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and equivalent functional skills qualifications.
We place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
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Salary description
£450.00 - £600.00 per week