Teaching Assistant

We're looking for a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team at Lift Hamford, working within The Ark, our specialist Autism Hub. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by supporting autistic pupils to access learning, develop independence and achieve their full potential. In this role, you'll work closely with teachers, the SENDCo and the wider school team to provide personalised support for pupils with a range of learning, communication and sensory needs. You'll help create a structured, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels safe, supported and able to thrive academically and socially. If you're ambitious about developing your career, we also offer Level 3 and Level 5 teaching assistant apprenticeships, plus access to our Initial Teacher Training programme. Key responsibilitiesYou will: support pupils' learning within The Ark Autism Hub, helping them access the curriculum and participate in classroom activities; develop an understanding of pupils' individual needs, including autism, communication and sensory differences, and adapt support strategies accordingly; work closely with teachers to deliver engaging learning activities and targeted interventions; support pupils to develop communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence skills; build positive relationships with pupils, encouraging confidence, resilience and self-esteem; use personalised strategies to promote positive behaviour and support pupils' emotional wellbeing; contribute to creating a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment; and work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral staff, the SENDCo and parents and carers to support pupils' learning and development. What we're looking forYou will have: GCSE maths and English at grade 4 or above (or…