About this role
Specialist Teaching Assistant – Autism / SEND
We are Ambitious about Autism, a national charity with a clear goal: to create a world where autistic children and young people are heard, included and supported.
We are looking for patient, empathetic and resilient STAs to join our Ofsted “Outstanding” TreeHouse School in Muswell Hill.
Full time, permanent (term time only)
Hours: 8.45am – 4.35pm
Salary: £27,770 to £28,005 per annum
Location: Muswell Hill, North London (N10 3JA)
Start date: September 2026
The role:
This is a role where no two days are ever the same! Some days can be very challenging, but they can also be incredibly rewarding. As a LSA, you will be working on a 1:1 basis with our autistic pupils and assisting them with:
Access learning
Developing communication, confidence and independence
Celebrate progress - however big or small
Take part in community based activities like swimming, skiing and horse riding
Responding to behaviours of distress with patient and supportive care
Supporting pupils with personal care
Helping our pupils feel safe, understood and proud of themselves
Why join us:
This is a term time only role (yet you are paid across 52 weeks!)
You will be placed on a training programme when you join the role with continued CPD
Be part of a warm, supportive and collaborative team
Progression opportunities to grow your career in SEND
Be part of a national charity with a clear mission and shared values
Varied, meaningful work with real impact
Access to staff discount schemes, including Blue Light Card eligibility
Full benefits package: https://jobs.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/jobs/benefits-rewards/
The official internal title for this role is Specialist Teaching Assistant, but it is advertised externally as Learning Support Assistant to reflect the nature of the role and maximise reach.
Ambitious About Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualif