SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism and SEMH Support

SEN Teaching Assistant – Autism Base (Primary School)
📍 Lambeth
🕒 Full-Time | September Start
💷 Competitive Daily Rate | Paid Weekly

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and helping them reach their full potential? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary school for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their specialist Autism Base from September.
This is a full-time opportunity for a caring, patient, and proactive individual who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support pupils with autism within a specialist Autism Base setting.
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored learning activities.
Promote pupils' social, emotional, and communication development.
Provide one-to-one and small group support.
Help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
Encourage independence and celebrate individual achievements.The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience working with children with SEND, particularly autism (school-based experience desirable).
Demonstrates patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.
Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
Is adaptable, resilient, and able to respond to individual pupil needs.
Holds relevant qualifications or training in education, childcare, or SEND support (desirable but not essential).The School Offers

A supportive and experienced SEN team.
Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
Well-resourced specialist provision.
A positive and inclusive school community.
The opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils' educational journeys.Why Register with Us?

As a specialist education recruitment agency, we offer:

Competitive rates of pay.
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.If you are enthusiastic about supporting children with autism and are looking for a rewarding full-time role from September, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today: Please contact Charlie Hayes on:
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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed