SEN Teaching Assistant

Career Teachers SEND; City Of London; On-site; GBP 19,337 - 23,887; Full time

Job summary

Career Teachers SEND is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism in Waltham Forest. The ideal candidate will have experience working with SEN children, particularly in supporting learning and engagement.

This full-time position offers weekly pay ranging from £425-525 and requires dedication to helping children with additional needs. Responsibilities include assisting with phonics sessions and adapting lessons to individual needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with SEN children in a school setting (ESSENTIAL).
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism.
• Phonics experience (e.g., Read Write Inc, Letters and Sounds, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism.
• Support the delivery of phonics sessions and early reading activities.
• Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons to meet individual learning needs.

Skills

Experience working with SEN children

Phonics experience

Experience supporting pupils with Autism

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Relevant qualification in education or SEN support

Job description

Position

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 1 (1:1 Autism Support)

Location: Waltham Forest, London
Type: Full-Time (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm)
Pay: 425-525 per week (weekly pay)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism in a welcoming primary school in Waltham Forest.

The successful candidate must have previous experience working with SEN children in a school setting, with strong phonics experience and the ability to support learning across all key stages. This is a full-time role and is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs to thrive both academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism, supporting learning, engagement, and emotional regulation
• Support the delivery of phonics sessions and early reading activities in line with the school's phonics scheme
• Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons to meet individual learning needs
• Implement IEPs, behaviour plans, and structured routines consistently
• Support the development of communication, social skills, and independence
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to the teaching team
• Support pupils across different key stages when required

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working with SEN children in a school setting (ESSENTIAL)
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism
• Phonics experience (e.g., Read Write Inc, Letters and Sounds, or similar)
• Experience working across EYFS, KS1, KS2 or multiple key stages
• A patient, nurturing, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to full-time work

Desirable

• Relevant qualification in education or SEN support
• Additional training in behaviour management or autism support