Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant Maidenhead

Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant Maidenhead Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant (Maidenhead) SEN Teaching Assistant – Specialist Autism School Are you ready to start on 24th November 2025 and gain meaningful, hands-on experience that will support your career in Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, Mental Health, or SEN Education? We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and creative Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school supporting children with Autism (low to high support), PMLD, and both verbal and non-verbal communication needs. Your role is to keep children safe, enhance their learning, and empower them to express themselves in ways that make sense to them. Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training – Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant Maidenhead Location: Maidenhead Salary: £101.40 per day Start Date: 24th November 2025 Contract: Full-time, Monday–Friday (8:30 am – 3:35 pm), Term Time Only Duration: Long-term temporary with the potential to go permanent Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training – Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant Maidenhead Are you a graduate looking to explore a future in Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy or SEN? If you’re considering further study—such as an MSc—or simply want invaluable experience in a therapeutic educational environment, this role will give you direct insight into how multidisciplinary support transforms young lives. Milk Education is recruiting on behalf of a specialist Autism school in Maidenhead, where you’ll support pupils aged 4–16 with a diverse range of neurodivergent profiles. You will learn and use AAC (Alternative and Augmentative Communication) approaches including PECS, Makaton, visual communication boards, and sensory engagement. Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training – Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant Maidenhead Why Occupational Therapy or Art Therapy? For many autistic children, expression isn’t always verbal—it’s creative, sensory, emotional. This role allows you to explore how movement, creativity, and sensory learning can support: Emotional regulation Communication Self-expression Social interaction The Role: Support children with a range of Autism profiles (low to high support) Use PECS, Makaton and visual supports to aid communication Engage pupils through sensory, creative and art-based activities Observe and support structured interventions led by Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Art Therapists Assist with personal care routines when required Build consistent, trusting relationships that promote progress and wellbeing Who We’re Looking For: Graduates in Art, Psychology, Humanities, Creative Therapies or related fields Individuals passionate about Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, SEN support or Neurodiversity Patient, empathetic and adaptable team players People who value communication beyond words Why This Role? Gain hands-on experience with AAC (PECS, Makaton) and sensory regulation strategies Work in a supportive, creative school environment where every child’s expression is celebrated Build a strong foundation for a future career in Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, Mental Health, or SEN Opportunity to transition from temporary to permanent employment If you’re ready to help children build confidence, express themselves, and thrive — apply today. Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant Maidenhead – Education and Training – Aspiring Occupational Therapist – Teaching Assistant Maidenhead Education and Training | SEN | Graduate Opportunity