Early Years & KS1 ASD Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Potential for permanent opportunity

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd is recruiting an ASD Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Early Years and KS1 in a welcoming primary setting in West London. You will provide targeted support to children with autism, helping them access learning through structured activities and play-based provision.

The role offers a full-time, long-term contract with the chance of a permanent opportunity, and ongoing training within a supportive SEND team.

Qualifications

• Has previous experience supporting children with ASD or additional needs.
• Experience in Early Years or Key Stage 1 is advantageous.
• Understands structure, routine and consistency for pupils.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for children with autism.
• Supporting communication, speech and language development.
• Encouraging learning through structured activities and play-based provision.
• Using visual timetables and autism-specific strategies.
• Support sensory needs, emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Help pupils manage transitions and daily classroom routines.
• Encourage independence, social interaction and peer engagement.
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and SEND team.

Skills

ASD experience

Early Years/KS1

Patience and nurturing

Communication

Job description

Early Years & KS1 ASD Teaching Assistant

Location: Hammersmith & Fulham, West London

Pay: £110 - £125 per day, depending on experience

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term

About the Role

Long Term Futures are working with an inclusive primary school in Hammersmith & Fulham to recruit a dedicated ASD Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Early Years and Key Stage 1.

Key responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for children with autism
• Supporting communication, speech and language development
• Encouraging learning through structured activities and play-based provision
• Using visual timetables, now-and-next boards and other autism-specific strategies
• Supporting sensory needs, emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Helping pupils manage transitions and daily classroom routines
• Encouraging independence, social interaction and engagement with peers
• Working closely with class teachers, the SENCO and wider SEND team

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience supporting children with ASD or additional needs
• Ideally has experience working within Early Years or Key Stage 1
• Understands the importance of structure, routine and consistency
• Is patient, nurturing and confident supporting children with communication difficulties
• Can actively engage pupils through play and practical learning activities
• Is proactive, adaptable and able to work across different year groups
• Has strong communication and teamwork skillsExperience with PECS, Makaton, Attention Autism or speech and language interventions would be particularly beneficial.

What's on Offer

• £110 - £125 per day, depending on experience
• ASAP start
• Full-time, long-term position
• Opportunity to work across Early Years and KS1
• Supportive teaching and SEND team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Potential for a permanent opportunity

Why Long Term Futures?

Long Term Futures specialises in long-term and permanent education recruitment. We work closely with primary schools across London to connect dedicated support staff with rewarding opportunities where they can make a genuine impact.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references