KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Autism & Lego Therapy

Apex Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,088 - 23,436; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Competitive pay

Holiday pay

Support from Apex team

Job summary

Apex Education Recruitment is seeking a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support KS1 pupils with Autism both in and out of the classroom in the Hornchurch area. The role involves 1:1 and small-group work, applying Attention Autism and Lego Therapy to boost communication and social skills.

Ideal candidates will have SEN or Autism experience, a calm nurturing approach, and the ability to adapt support to individual needs within a primary setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEN or Autism Teaching Assistant in a primary setting.
• Strong understanding of Autism Spectrum Conditions, particularly KS1.
• Hands-on experience using Attention Autism and Lego Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 and small-group support for KS1 children with Autism.
• Use Attention Autism strategies to build focus, shared attention, and engagement.
• Plan and deliver Lego Therapy sessions to promote communication, turn-taking, teamwork, and social interaction.
• Support children with sensory processing needs and emotional regulation.
• Implement visual supports, routines, and structured learning approaches.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour in a nurturing environment.
• Confident working in and out of the classroom.

Skills

Attention Autism

Lego Therapy

SEN experience

KS1

Communication

Teamwork

Calm demeanor

Job description

Apex Education Recruitment is seeking a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support KS1 pupils with Autism both in and out of the classroom in the Hornchurch area. The role involves 1:1 and small-group work, applying Attention Autism and Lego Therapy to boost communication and social skills.

Ideal candidates will have SEN or Autism experience, a calm nurturing approach, and the ability to adapt support to individual needs within a primary setting.