SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT – BURGESS HILL – SECONDARY AUTISM PROVISION (LOW COMPLEX NEEDS)

Start Date: September 2025
Location: Just outside Burgess Hill (driver preferred)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Pay: £102.68 per day
Contract: 12-week temp-to-perm via Pink Tile Education
Are you experienced in supporting young people with Autism and passionate about helping them thrive?
This beautiful and well-resourced school near Burgess Hill has a dedicated autism provision for secondary-aged pupils. The setting is calm, spacious, and welcoming, with a strong focus on emotional regulation, independence, and tailored support.
Perfect for someone who is confident de-escalating behaviour and can redirect students with empathy and consistency.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience supporting young people with autism
• Ability to remain calm and consistent under pressure
• A driver is preferred due to location, but not essential
• Strong emotional intelligence and great teamwork skills

• Supporting autistic pupils in the classroom and through therapeutic sessions
• De-escalating and redirecting negative behaviour
• Assisting with communication strategies and social skills development
• Working closely with SENCOs, therapists, and pastoral staff
• Creating a safe, nurturing learning environment