Job Description

Are you looking to build a career in Occupational or Speech & Language Therapy?

Do you have a passion for helping others and want to learn more about supporting autistic children?

Would you like access to a wide range of fully funded qualification and training opportunities?

Jigsaw School's Therapy Department has a rare opportunity available for individuals looking to embark on or build a career in Therapy. The role of Therapy Assistant will help to support our pupils' achievements and progress using a variety of strategies and interventions, combined with research driven behavioural theories. This is a varied role combining resource creation and delivery of sessions to address the complex communication, motor and sensory needs of our pupils.

So if you're looking to develop a specialist in autism & education or gain further qualifications & training while improving the lives of others, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you.

Benefits of joining the Therapy Team at Jigsaw School

An impressive range of fully funded training pathways Experience of providing therapy to autistic children in an educational setting Additional opportunities to broaden your skills including becoming a Mental Health First Aider, School Council Representative and Pupil Behaviour Support team member The opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of behaviour analysts, teachers, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists Term time only working Transport between school and central Guildford where needed Free Parking Excellent staff wellbeing and support facilities Enrolment into our pension scheme Performance related bonus scheme Discounts at over 900 retailers via our online 'Smart Spending' platform

Funded Training & Development Opportunities

Attention Autism PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) Training and Sensory Integration Qualifications Access to a wide range of Education & Childcare courses including RQF CACHE Level 2, 3 & 4 in Early Years, Learning Difficulties and Teaching & Learning Behaviour analysis specific qualifications including teaching assistant ranks and Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) Regular industry training in Safeguarding, Emergency Medication, Behaviour Management, Personal Care and more

How would you support the team?

Support the provision of specialist treatment to autistic children and young adults with complex communication, motor and sensory needs Be responsible for a personal caseload of children or young adults by delivering planned therapy programs under the supervision of qualified therapists Maintaining therapy equipment by sourcing and ordering resources Support the administration of the therapy provision by undertaking clerical and housekeeping duties including filing, timetabling and drawing up rotas Collaboratively work with service users, education staff and other professionals to meet the needs of the pupils and young adults, providing feedback on pupils' progress as appropriate Record outcomes of therapeutic contact with pupils and young adults by adding to case notes following instruction from therapists

To be successful in this role you will need:

An interest in Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy and/or Physiotherapy A passion for working with children and young adults with Autism and a basic understating of special educational needs Professional, personal or voluntary experience of working with children and disabilities Minimum Grade C /4 GCSE, or equivalent, in English Language & Maths Comfortable working with children who exhibit challenging behaviour Previous experience, qualifications and/or interest in Applied Behaviour Analysis Ability to keep accurate records and reports Previous experience and/or qualifications related to one of the therapeutic fields, e.g. Linguistics, Sports and Exercise Science, Psychology, Early Years Education, etc. is desirable Commitment to our regular and ongoing professional development programme and training Able to perform tasks of a physical nature (often demanding) including twisting and stooping and working at a lower height Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion A positive, can-do attitude

Closing Date: Thursday 16th October 2025

Salary:

26458 FTE (23,000 PA Pro rata - based on 36.75 hours per week term time only)

Contract terms:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:45am-4:45pm, Tuesday: 8:45am-5:30pm Friday: 8:45am-4:30pm Part time working is available- with a minimum of 3 days per week including Tuesdays and Fridays

Annual leave:

56 Days School Holidays + Bank Holidays

To find out more and apply

https://careersatjigsaw.co.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All successful candidates will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: From 26,458.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Shuttle service provided Store discount
Work Location: In person