Are you a driven, analytical thinker ready to apply evidence-based strategies in a high-impact role?
Join an Outstanding (Ofsted-rated) independent day school near Guildford, Surrey (serving Surrey, West Sussex, Hampshire, and London) and embark on a career where your work is both rigorous and deeply rewarding. We are a specialist setting for children and young people aged 4-19 with autism, dedicated to unlocking potential through a highly structured, data-driven approach.
Contract: Full-Time, 40 Weeks per Year (Term Time Only) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
The Opportunity: Specialist Training & Data-Driven Impact
This is more than a standard Teaching Assistant role-it is a hands-on opportunity to become an expert practitioner in education and behaviour. We use the internationally recognised CABAS model, a highly effective, evidence-based approach that is central to everything we do.
We are looking for passionate and resilient indiividuals eager to master new skills and deliver precise, measurable outcomes for our pupils.
Your Role and Responsibilities:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will be integral to the practical application of our methodology:
Implement Evidence-Based Programmes: Work closely with class teachers, therapists, and senior staff to deliver highly individualised education programmes (IEPs) with fidelity.
Data Collection & Analysis: Your ability to accurately collect and monitor pupil progress data is key. This information drives our behavioural approach and informs all strategic decisions.
Specialist 1:1 and Small Group Support: Provide dedicated support to autistic pupils, focusing on the acquisition and generalisation of new skills across various environments.
Structured Environment Management: Help maintain a calm, highly structured, and positive learning environment, essential for the well-being and progress of our pupils.
What Will Make You Successful?
We are seeking candidates who view this role as a foundation for a specialist career.
A Scientific/Analytical Mindset: An interest in behavioural science, psychology, or education methodology and a proactive desire to master new, specialist skills.
Resilience & Motivation: A highly motivated attitude with the resilience to navigate complex learning challenges and commit to continuous professional growth.
Exceptional Teamwork: Excellent communication skills, focused on contributing to a cohesive, interdisciplinary team.
Prior experience in SEN is beneficial, but not required. We place a higher value on your potential and commitment to the specialist training provided.
Why Choose This Path?
Expert, Recognised Training: Receive full, specialist training in our established, evidence-based methodologies (CABAS model). This training is a significant professional asset and can be a springboard into further careers in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), specialist teaching, or educational psychology.
Focused Work-Life Balance: The role is strictly term-time only (40 weeks per year), providing an excellent work-life balance for ambitious professionals.
Clear Impact: Experience the immense professional satisfaction of working within a highly-regarded setting and seeing measurable, life-changing progress in pupils every day.
Ready to start a specialist career?
Apply now or call Paul Hirchfield on 01293 527416 for a confidential discussion. paul.hirchfield@randstadeducation.co.uk
(We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. All successful applicants will be subject to a full DBS check.)
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