ASD Teaching Assistant

Senploy; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Teachers is seeking caring Teaching Assistants to support pupils with autism (ASD) at a specialist SEN school in Harrow. You will work in small specialist classes or 1:1, helping children feel safe and settled so they can learn and grow in confidence.

Key responsibilities include following EHCP targets, using visual timetables and Makaton/PECS to support communication, and recording progress for teachers and families. A calm, patient approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASD, in school, childcare, care work or personally
• Calm, patient and consistent, even when a day doesn't go to plan
• A good communicator who builds trust with children, staff and families
• Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, Team Teach or sensory strategies is a bonus but not essential
• A relevant qualification (such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant certificate) is welcome but not required
• Graduates looking to go into teaching, psychology or speech and language therapy are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASD one-to-one or in small groups, following their EHCP targets
• Use visual timetables, Makaton, PECS and clear routines to help pupils communicate and manage change
• Recognise signs of anxiety or sensory overload and help pupils self-regulate calmly
• Adapt activities and resources with the class teacher so pupils can take part
• Support personal care where needed, with dignity and respect
• Record progress and share observations with the teacher, SENCo and parents

Job description

Horizon Teachers is working with a specialist SEN school in Harrow to find caring, patient Teaching Assistants to support pupils with autism (ASD). You'll work in a small specialist class / 1:1 helping children feel safe and settled so they can learn and grow in confidence.

The role

• Support pupils with ASD one-to-one or in small groups, following their EHCP targets
• Use visual timetables, Makaton, PECS and clear routines to help pupils communicate and manage change
• Recognise signs of anxiety or sensory overload and help pupils self-regulate calmly
• Adapt activities and resources with the class teacher so pupils can take part
• Support personal care where needed, with dignity and respect
• Record progress and share observations with the teacher, SENCo and parents

About you

• Experience supporting children with ASD, in school, childcare, care work or personally
• Calm, patient and consistent, even when a day doesn't go to plan
• A good communicator who builds trust with children, staff and families
• Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, Team Teach or sensory strategies is a bonus but not essential
• A relevant qualification (such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant certificate) is welcome but not required
• Graduates looking to go into teaching, psychology or speech and language therapy are encouraged to apply

Why Horizon Teachers?

• A dedicated SEN consultant who knows Harrow schools and matches you to the right setting
• Long-term roles, with the chance to go permanent
• Support and training to build your SEN experience

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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.