SEN Learning Support Assistant

Enrich Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Enrich Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Kilburn primary school in North West London to support a KS1 child with autism, SEMH, and communication needs. The role requires calm, confident handling of dysregulation and a proactive approach to learning support.

You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and support team, providing 1:1 and small-group learning, daily routines, and strategies to improve engagement and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN.
• Experience with ASD, SEMH and/or communication needs.
• Calm and confident when a child becomes dysregulated.
• Able to establish clear, consistent boundaries and routines.
• Available full-time and able to start ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Support a KS1 pupil with ASD, SEMH and communication needs.
• Help the child access classroom learning.
• Support communication and social interaction.
• Support emotional regulation and behaviour.
• Use clear routines and visual supports.
• Assist transitions throughout the day.
• Recognise triggers and respond appropriately to dysregulation.
• Help develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group learning support.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SEN team.

Skills

SEN experience

ASD

SEMH

Behaviour management

Communication support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – KS1 ASD, Communication & SEMH – ASAP Start

Location: Kilburn, North West London

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Start Date: ASAP

Enrich Education Recruitment is looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic small primary school in Kilburn as soon as possible.

You will be supporting a KS1 child with autism, communication difficulties and SEMH needs. The school needs someone experienced, calm and confident who can provide consistent support while helping the child engage with learning, manage their emotions and develop greater independence.

This is a full-time, long-term position and the school is looking to meet suitable candidates immediately.

The Role

You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team to provide consistent support throughout the school day.

Your role will include:

• Supporting a KS1 pupil with ASD, communication and SEMH needs
• Helping the child access classroom learning
• Supporting communication and social interaction
• Helping with emotional regulation and behaviour
• Using clear routines, visual support and consistent expectations
• Supporting transitions throughout the school day
• Recognising triggers and responding appropriately to dysregulation
• Developing the child's confidence, independence and social skills
• Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support
• Working closely with the class teacher and SEN team

About You

Previous SEN experience is important for this position.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with SEN
• Has worked with ASD, SEMH and/or communication needs
• Understands how communication difficulties can affect behaviour
• Is calm and confident when a child becomes dysregulated
• Can establish clear, consistent boundaries
• Has strong behaviour management skills
• Is patient, resilient and proactive
• Can build a positive and trusting relationship with the child
• Is available full-time and able to start ASAP

Experience using visual timetables, now-and-next, PECS, Makaton, sensory strategies, emotional regulation techniques or de-escalation would be particularly valuable.

The School

This is a small, community-driven primary school in Kilburn with a diverse pupil population and a strong Christian ethos.

The school has a close-knit team where staff work together and children are known well by the adults around them.

Enrich Education Recruitment has previously placed staff at the school who have really enjoyed working there and spoken very positively about the team and school environment.

The school also has excellent transport links, making it easily accessible from across North West and Central London.

Enrich Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding children. All successful applicants will be subject to relevant compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS, right-to-work checks and satisfactory references.