About this role
Application Requirements
All applicants must complete a full TES profile and application form. CVs will not be accepted under any circumstances. Incomplete applications will not be shortlisted. You must provide a continuous employment history from leaving school to the present, with clear explanations for all gaps.
Salary: FTE £32,442 - £33,384 (Actual salary approx £12,977 - £13,354 pro rata)
Drumbeat School and ASD Service
Part time Teaching Assistant
1 x Monday and Friday (13hrs) Our Brockley Site
1 x Monday and Friday (13hrs) Our Downham Site
Working pattern: 830 am - 345pm; Term time only plus 5 INSET days (39 Weeks)
DBS check: Enhanced DBS
Location: Lewisham
About Drumbeat School
Drumbeat School is a sector leading specialist provision for children and young people aged 4–19 diagnosed with Autism. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every pupil can thrive.
About the role
As part of a class-based team you will need to be energetic, enthusiastic and creative as well as resilient with a significant sense of fun. You will work within a class team collaborating with teachers, therapists and other Autism specialists to create an engaging, inclusive learning environment where every student can succeed.
This is a challenging role, but incredibly rewarding as part of a team which works together to make a real difference to the lives of our children with Autism
Key Responsibilities
Use specialist skills and experience to support pupils with Autism
Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and carers to enable them to thrive
Provide visual support, structured activities, and clear routines
Assist with the implementation of Educational Health Care Plans (EHCPs)
Encourage independence and reward achievement of self-reliance
Monitor pupil progress, achievement, and development
Support teachers with lesson planning, evaluation, and record-keeping
Liaise with parents/carers and other professionals as