Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant

Edex; Dover; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Edex in Tower Hamlets is seeking an Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant to support two KS1 pupils (ages 5–7) with ASD. Start September 2026. Full-time, term-time only, with a focus on a safe, stimulating learning environment and targeted SEN interventions.

You will liaise with Class Teachers and the SENCO, track progress, and coordinate with the school’s therapists. The school emphasises togetherness, inclusion and teamwork, and offers supportive resources to help every child thrive.

Responsibilities

• Supports 2 students with Autism in KS1
• Liaising with Class Teachers and the SENCO / SENDCO regarding progress of children
• Provide a stimulating and safe learning environment for children
• Delivering specialist SEN interventions
• Liaising with the school’s therapists

Job description

Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) Tower Hamlets, England

Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant | Exceptional School | Tower Hamlets

An exceptional Primary School in Tower Hamlets is on the search for a creative and driven Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant to start for September 2026, full time / term time only and help drive the success of students with Autism (ASD).

Your duties will include but are not limited to teaching, guiding and supporting 2 children with Autism in KS1, and helping them grow and thrive in the schooling environment.

The perfect Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant would showcase attention, care and compassion.

If you have experience with children aged 2- 7 (EYFS / KS1) with Autism or SEN, we would love to hear from you! This does not need to be direct schooling experience. All transferable skills / experience will be considered.

The school takes pride in "togetherness", putting communication and care above all. If chosen, you will be met with all the resources you will need along with inclusion and teamwork. All children can achieve success with the right support.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant
• Supports 2 students with Autism on a daily basis
• Key Stage 1 (Ages 5 to 7)
• Liaising with Class Teachers and the SENCO / SENDCO regarding progress of children
• Provide a stimulating and safe learning environment for children
• Delivering specialist SEN interventions
• Liaising with the school’s therapists
• September 2026 Start - Full Time / Term Time Only
• Located in Tower Hamlets

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Experience of supporting children (4-7) with Autism (ASD) or SEN - Ideal
• Childcare related experience, ideally with a SEN focus - Ideal
• You MUST be full of life, creative, have a love for art and a positive personality
• A highly driven and compassionate individual who will exceed expectations of the role requirements

SCHOOL DESCRIPTION

• 4 FE Primary School in Tower Hamlets
• Ofsted EXCEPTIONAL in all areas
• Well established with creativity and compassion at its core
• Specialist strategies in place for pupils with SEN
• Fantastic outdoor activity centres
• In-school INSET training on SEN/D topics
• Collaborative, team-based working
• Located in Tower Hamlets
• Good tube links

Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant | Exceptional School | Tower Hamlets