Teaching Assistant andndash; Make a Difference Supporting Autistic Children
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Hours: Full-time
Start Date: September 2025

Are you passionate about making a positive difference by supporting Autistic Children£ Do you want to work in a nurturing and inclusive school environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential£

We are working with a well-rated school in Watford that prides itself on providing a caring space for children to succeed, regardless of the challenges they face. The school is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children with autism and help them thrive.

What youandrsquo;ll be doing:

• Collaborating with teachers to create and deliver engaging learning activities
• Supporting students by delivering personalised action plans and strategies to help them make progress
• Assisting with Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Risk Assessments, Personal Care and Therapy programmes
• Working closely with teachers, support staff, families and external agencies to provide the best possible support
• Building positive, therapeutic relationships with students and responding to their individual needs

Weandrsquo;d love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working with Autistic Children, or a strong desire to work with children with ASC.
• Understand SEN and are passionate about developing your skills
• Can commit to fixed days, full-time
• Hold a relevant qualification such as NVQ in Childcare and Education or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• May have experience in residential care, school support roles, or personal experience with ASC
• Have completed or are willing to complete training such as Team Teach, TEACCH or positive handling
• Have experience supporting independence and social-emotional development in young people
• Hold a clear and valid DBS (or are willing to obtain one)

Why Work with Supply Desk£
We are proud to work with Local Authorities across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire to place committed, talented staff in excellent SEN settings. We offer competitive pay rates, a pension scheme, ongoing professional development, and dedicated consultant support every step of the way.

How to Apply:
If this sounds like the role for you, please send your up-to-date CV to watford@supplydesk.co.uk or call us on 01923 295300 to find out more.

Please note, due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check which must be maintained throughout employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.