SEN (Autism) Teaching Assistants/ Learning support staff- Shepherd's Bush

SEN (Autism) Teaching Assistants/ Learning support staff

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Shepherd’s Bush, London
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Salary: £85 - £110 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent, full time, part time
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Shepherd’s Bush seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a variety of learning needs.

About the Role:

This is a full-time, long-term role suitable for a candidate who has experience or a strong interest in working with children with special educational needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• ADHD
• Speech and language difficulties
• Social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist teachers with classroom management and lesson delivery
• Help implement personalised learning plans
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Work closely with the SENCO, parents, and external professionals

Requirements:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN (desirable)
• A positive, patient and empathetic nature
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, Psychology degree, or equivalent experience) – desirable but not essential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

• Competitive daily pay through PAYE (no umbrella fees)
• Access to CPD and training opportunities (e.g. Team Teach, Safeguarding, Autism Awareness)
• A dedicated consultant to support your career progression
• Opportunity to work in a rewarding and dynamic school environment

Interested?
Apply now by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter. One of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Teaching Personnel is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils. All applicants must undertake or have a valid Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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