Specialist Teaching Assistant

About the Role

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recruiting for a Specialist Teaching Assistant (STA) to support autistic young people aged 16–25 at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], our specialist further education college. You will work 1:1 with autistic learners, supporting them to access learning, build independence, confidence, and life skills — both on campus and in the community. This role involves personal care.

Key Details

• Full time, permanent (term time only)
• Hours: 9am - 4.30pm
• Salary: £26,936 - £27,165 per annum
• Location: Tottenham, North London (N15 4FY)
• Start date: September 2026 (earlier start dates available)

Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for candidates with experience or interest in:

• SEN / SEND
• Autism
• Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Assistant roles
• Care, youth work, education, or psychology backgrounds

What We Offer

• Term time only working (paid across 52 weeks)
• Extensive autism specific training and CPD
• Support from leading autism specialists
• Free daily breakfast
• Employee benefits including EAP, cycle-to-work, and season ticket loans
• Full benefits package: Benefits and Rewards

Important Notes

This role's salary does not meet Skilled Worker visa sponsorship criteria.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

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