SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistants – Specialist Support for Pupils with Autism

Location: London
Contract: Full-time / Long-term
Start Date: Immediate and ongoing
Salary: £95 - £120 dependent on experience

About the Role

Work where it matters most and achieve what matters more. We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic and resilient Teaching Assistants to join a growing team supporting autistic children and young people. This is an opportunity to be part of an exceptional learning community that places pupils at the heart of everything it does.

You will work within a specialist environment supporting a diverse cohort of autistic pupils. The focus is not only on education, but on celebrating each young person’s individuality and helping them develop essential skills in social communication, sensory and emotional regulation, and independence.

Positions are also available within satellite provisions located in local primary schools. You will work as part of a collaborative, multi‑professional team including class staff, therapists, parents, and external specialists. Extensive training is provided to ensure you are fully equipped to deliver the highest standard of care and support.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils’ development, working closely with teachers and therapists to create positive, engaging and autism‑informed learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with sensory needs, emotional regulation, and social communication.
• Assisting pupils in accessing learning, following instructions and building independence.
• Contributing to the creation of engaging resources and a positive classroom environment.
• Providing supervision and support throughout the school day, including playtimes, lunchtimes and off‑site activities such as swimming or educational visits.
• Managing behaviour using positive, autism-informed strategies.
• Supporting personal care, hygiene and medical needs where required (full training provided).
• Working as part of a warm, collaborative and dynamic team that celebrates progress — no matter how small.

This role requires compassion, patience, and commitment, and offers the reward of seeing the direct impact of your support every single day.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children, ideally those with autism or additional needs.
• Knowledge of sensory processing, autism strategies, or a willingness to learn more.
• Excellent communication skills and a calm, adaptable approach.
• A genuine desire to grow, learn and contribute to a high‑performing team.
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Why Join This Organisation?

This role sits within a trust committed to ensuring every child thrives, regardless of background. Staff are valued as the organisation’s greatest asset and are supported to deliver the highest standards of care and education.

You will benefit from:

• A role with genuine purpose and meaning.
• Opportunities to build on the legacy of a well‑established and respected organisation.
• A career supporting some of the most disadvantaged young people — making a meaningful, daily impact.
• A strong sense of community and belonging, supported by a well‑resourced network of professionals.
• Extensive professional development, flexible working arrangements, and generous benefits.

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.
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