ABA Teaching Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant SEN school in Southwark is seeking an ABA Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term role starting September 2025. The successful candidate will work closely with a pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder, implementing individualized learning strategies and supporting emotional development. The role provides a fantastic opportunity to gain experience and advance in the fields of teaching and psychology.

Benefits

Weekly pay and access to permanent opportunities

Bespoke support from specialized consultants

Ideal stepping stone for careers in teaching and therapy

Qualifications

• Proven experience with ASD, ABA, or behavioural support.
• Clear communicator with excellent spoken English.
• Confident and patient in adapting to children's needs.

Responsibilities

• Working 1:1 with a child with ASD and high behavioural needs.
• Supporting early learning with tailored teaching strategies.
• Implementing the child's ABA plan under guidance.

Skills

Behaviour management

Early years development

Communication

Positive reinforcement

Education

Graduates in Psychology or Education

Job description

Posted 18 June 2025 Salary £105 - £120 per day Location Southwark Job type Temporary Discipline Special Education Needs Reference ABATasneededSENSchoo_1750248361

ABA Teaching Assistant
September 2025 Start
Daily Rate: £105 - £120 | Full-time, Long-term
Southwark, South East London

A vibrant and inclusive SEN school based in Southwark is seeking a compassionate and confident ABA Teaching Assistant to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Although in Year 2, the pupil is currently working at Nursery-level developmentally and benefits from a structured Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) programme.

This role would suit someone with experience in behaviour management, early years development, or a background in psychology or SEN support. The pupil has complex communication needs and requires calm, consistent one-on-one assistance from an engaging adult who understands how to deliver individualised learning strategies.

The Role:

• Working 1:1 with a child with ASD and high behavioural needs
• Supporting early learning through tailored, low-arousal teaching strategies
• Implementing the child's ABA plan under the guidance of external therapists and SEN staff
• Encouraging social and emotional development using positive reinforcement
• Delivering small group instruction where appropriate and tracking progress monitoring

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience with ASD, ABA, or behavioural support
• Clear communicator with excellent spoken English
• Confident, patient, and creative in adapting to the needs of the child
• Experience working at Nursery or Early Years level desirable
• Psychology or education graduates encouraged to apply

Why Work with Remedy?

• Weekly pay, long-term roles, and access to permanent opportunities
• Bespoke support from consultants who specialise in SEND placements
• Ideal stepping stone for careers in teaching, psychology, or therapy
• Opportunities to train alongside experienced professionals and ABA practitioners

Not the right role? Reach out to Carly Walters at Remedy to hear about other exciting SEN and ABA roles based in South East London.