SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Details

We are working with a lovely, inclusive primary school in W9 who are seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team from September. The roles will involve 1:1 or small group support for children in Reception or Year 1, most of whom have autism – some may be non-verbal.

This is a great opportunity to join a values-led school community that puts pupil wellbeing and tailored support at the centre of what they do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for children with ASD (including non-verbal pupils)
• Help implement personalised learning plans and communication strategies
• Support pupils in class and during transitions throughout the school day
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCO, and therapy teams
• Create a calm, nurturing and inclusive learning environment

About You:

• Experience working with children with autism is essential
• Comfortable supporting non-verbal pupils and using visual or alternative communication methods (PECS, Makaton is a plus)
• Patient, adaptable, and committed to supporting individual needs
• Available full-time from September, 8:30am–3:30pm
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply)

Why Join Us?

• Full-time hours in a supportive and inclusive school setting
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced SEN and EYFS professionals
• Paid up to £115 per day via umbrella
• Join a positive, nurturing team making a real difference to children’s lives