Tutor (Teaching Assistant)

Step by Step is a successful, not for profit independent special school for children on the autism spectrum. We are located near East Grinstead in the beautiful Sussex countryside. Our October 2022 Ofsted inspection graded the school as Outstanding.

We need enthusiastic people to join our team of dedicated staff to deliver individualised programs of education to our pupils of Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form ages. We are keen to hear from individuals who have worked with children and young people with autism using a behavioural approach, although full training will be provided. You will need a well organised approach, good planning skills, and an appreciation of Health & Safety.

To be considered you will ideally have some or all of the following:

• Have experience of working with children or adults with special needs
• Have good written and verbal communications skills
• Be able to work as a team, yet still able to act on your own initiative
• Be prepared to work with children who may have challenging behaviours

All applicants will be required to complete an application form. CV’s will not be accepted.

For more information about the role, or for an application form, please visit our website: https://stepbystepschool.org.uk/job-vacancies

Step by Step school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  As part of this commitment, we ensure that our recruitment practices are in strict accordance with the statutory guidance outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (2024).

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Therefore, all applicants are required to declare any convictions, cautions, or reprimands, including those that would otherwise be considered “spent” under the Act, but are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).  Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a children’s barred list check, as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe environment for our students.

We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment to safeguarding. All applicants must undergo rigorous pre-employment checks in line with statutory guidance before appointment.

At Step By Step School, we value diversity and seek to ensure all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination during the recruitment process.