ASD Teaching assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Isleworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Isleworth. The role involves supporting pupils with ASD, implementing communication strategies, and collaborating with teachers. The ideal candidate will have experience with ASD and strong communication skills. An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required. Offers competitive pay and ongoing training.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive staff team

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with ASC in educational settings.
• Understanding of communication and sensory strategies.
• Willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASD in learning and social development.
• Implement structured routines and communication strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and SEN team.

Skills

Experience working with children with ASD

Strong communication skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Confidence in various educational environments

Knowledge of visual support strategies

Job description

Location and Contract

Location: Isleworth, TW7. Contract: Full-time. Setting: Primary School – Mainstream with ASD Unit. Requirement: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Role Overview

The SEN Teaching Assistant will support pupils with ASD in 1:1 and small group settings, assisting with learning, communication, sensory needs, and social development. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and the SEN team to deliver inclusive learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to behaviour regulation.
• Implement structured routines.
• Use appropriate communication or visual support strategies.
• Collaborate with staff, families, and external professionals.

Candidate Requirements

• Demonstrated experience working with children with ASD, ideally within a school or specialist provision.
• Knowledge of communication approaches such as visual supports, PECS, structured teaching, or sensory strategies (desirable).
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships and provide consistent support.
• Confidence working across different environments, including the ASD unit and mainstream classrooms.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, flexible approach.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required (or willingness to obtain one).

What the School Offers

• A friendly, collaborative, and supportive staff team.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• A well‑resourced ASD provision within a vibrant mainstream primary setting.

If you are interested, please contact Chloe Bennett at 0207 580 2956 Ext 1060. The role is temporary unless otherwise stated.

We offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in this role.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are required to provide an up‑to‑date DBS or be prepared to allow Axcis to obtain one, in line with DfE guidelines. If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Salary/Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.