Autism Communication Support Teaching Assistant – Islington

Senovo Capital Management GmbH; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Senovo Capital Management GmbH is seeking an Autism Communication Support Teaching Assistant for an inclusive SEN school in Islington, London. You will help autistic pupils communicate, participate and feel secure throughout the school day.

You'll use visual timetables and structured choices, support learning through clear routines, and collaborate with teachers and therapy colleagues to foster independence and social interaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in autism, SEN, classroom or care settings.
• Calm, observant and reliable approach.
• QTS is not required for this classroom-support role.

Responsibilities

• Use visual timetables, structured choices and agreed communication systems.
• Support learning through clear routines and carefully paced activities.
• Encourage independence, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with teachers and therapy colleagues.

Skills

Autism experience

SEN experience

Calm demeanor

Job description

Autism Communication Support Teaching Assistant – Islington

Islington, United Kingdom | Posted on 19/10/2026

• City Islington


• Province Islington


• Country United Kingdom


• Postal Code N1

Job Description

The opportunity

An inclusive SEN school in Islington is looking for a teaching assistant who can help autistic pupils communicate, participate and feel secure throughout the school day.

What you will do

• Use visual timetables, structured choices and agreed communication systems.


• Support learning through clear routines and carefully paced activities.


• Encourage independence, social interaction and emotional regulation.


• Work closely with teachers and therapy colleagues.

What you will bring

• Relevant autism, SEN, classroom or care experience.


• A calm, observant and reliable approach.


• QTS is not required for this classroom-support role.

Why work with Senovo?

• PAYE pay with clear assignment information.


• Specialist support from an experienced SEN recruitment team.


• Opportunities matched to your experience, availability and travel area.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and complete Senovo’s safeguarding and compliance process, including suitable references and an enhanced child-workforce DBS check.