Teaching Assistant

Part-Time Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Support (Autism) - Secondary School

Location: Crawley

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Part-time, ongoing (15 hours per week)

Pay: £12.21 per hour

Hours & Flexibility

This position is as a teaching assistant supporting 1-2-1 in class for 15 hours a week, which can be structured flexibly to suit the right candidate either across 5 days or 3 days.

This role is ideal for someone looking for a work-life balance or a TA role alongside other commitments.

About the Role

NextGen Teachers are recruiting a dedicated and empathetic part-time Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 8 student with autism in a welcoming secondary school. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong, supportive relationships and wants to make a meaningful impact in a low-stress, rewarding environment as a learning support assistant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent 1:1 support in lessons as a TA and around school
• Help the student stay focused, organised, and confident
• Reinforce learning by breaking tasks into manageable steps
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to ensure progress
• Encourage independence and maintain a calm, positive atmosphere

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience supporting students in a secondary school
• Understand autism and neurodiversity, or are keen to develop this understanding
• Are patient, calm, and enthusiastic about supporting young people
• Can communicate effectively with both staff and students
• Are reliable, flexible, and committed to helping learners succeed as an LSA

Why Join NextGen Teachers?

• Supportive, specialist education agency focused on long-term fit and wellbeing
• Flexible, rewarding part time role in a positive school environment
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and progression
• A chance to make a real difference to a student's education and confidence

Apply today to join NextGen Teachers and help shape the future generation.

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