Autism Teaching Assistant

Ribbons & Reeves; London; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming primary school in Wandsworth is searching for an Autism Teaching Assistant to support pupils diagnosed with autism. Starting in September 2025, this role requires a graduate to provide personalised support and adapt lessons for KS1 and KS2 pupils, ensuring they access learning confidently.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Psychology, Education or similar.
• Genuine interest in autism and neurodiversity.
• Full-time commitment for the academic year.

Responsibilities

• Support autistic pupils with communication and learning.
• Deliver personalised interventions and routines.
• Encourage social interaction and positive relationships.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Empathy

Education

2:1 or above in Psychology, Education or related subject

Job description

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Autism Teaching Assistant – Wandsworth – September 2025 Start

Location: Wandsworth, South West London

Contract: September 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only)

Pay: £444.00 per week (PAYE)

Interviews: June/July 2025

Are you a confident, caring graduate looking to support pupils with autism in a primary school setting?

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Wandsworth is searching for an Autism Teaching Assistant to join their team in September 2025. As an Autism Teaching Assistant, you’ll work with KS1 and KS2 pupils diagnosed with ASC, helping them access learning and feel confident in the classroom. This Autism Teaching Assistant role is ideal for graduates with a background in Psychology, Education, or similar, who are considering careers in SEN teaching, educational psychology or speech and language therapy.

As an Autism Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with the SENCo to provide personalised support and adapt lessons to suit individual needs.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting autistic pupils with communication and learning
• Delivering personalised interventions and routines
• Supporting sensory regulation needs
• Encouraging social interaction and positive relationships
• A 2:1 or above in Psychology, Education or a related subject
• A genuine interest in autism and neurodiversity
• Excellent communication, patience and empathy
• A full-time commitment for the academic year

This Autism Teaching Assistant role in Wandsworth is an excellent opportunity to gain meaningful SEN experience in a nurturing school environment.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping graduates secure long-term and permanent roles like this Autism Teaching Assistant role in Wandsworth. To explore more roles, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting your application.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Higher Education, Primary and Secondary Education, and Education

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