1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – ASD Provision (Secondary)

Axcis Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is recruiting a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary ASD provision in Earlsfield (SW17). You will support a learner with Autism throughout the school day.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 08:45–16:15. The role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a structured, supportive learning environment and to develop communication and independence in a student with ASD.

Qualifications

• Patient, nurturing and empathetic.
• Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Confident in building positive and trusting relationships.
• Understanding of ASD and its impact on learning and communication.
• Proactive, adaptable and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.
• Experience supporting learners with ASD in a specialist SEN setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 support to help the learner access the curriculum.
• Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive engagement in learning.
• Implementing individual learning strategies and support plans.
• Helping to create a safe, structured and positive learning environment.
• Working closely with teachers and the wider SEN team to support the learner's development and progress.

Skills

1:1 SEN support

ASD awareness

Positive relationships

Job description

Axcis Education is recruiting a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary ASD provision in Earlsfield (SW17). You will support a learner with Autism throughout the school day.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 08:45–16:15. The role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a structured, supportive learning environment and to develop communication and independence in a student with ASD.