SEN Teaching Assistant

London Teaching Pool, Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

London Teaching Pool, Ltd is recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Westminster. You will provide calm, patient, 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil with ASD and challenging behaviour, helping them access learning and participate in class.

You will build a strong relationship with the pupil, manage behaviour using positive strategies, and work closely with the class teacher and SENCO. Previous ASD experience and a proactive, resilient approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with ASD is essential.
• Confident in managing challenging behaviour.
• Experience supporting primary-aged children with additional needs.
• Calm, patient, resilient and proactive approach.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Passionate about SEN support.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil with ASD.
• Support learning, classroom engagement and participation.
• Manage and respond positively to challenging behaviour.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Build a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO.

Skills

ASD support

Behaviour management

KS2 support

1:1 support

Education

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Are you a resilient, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in a supportive primary school?

Do you have experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and challenging behaviour, and the confidence to provide consistent 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil?

Are you calm, proactive and nurturing, with the ability to build positive relationships, manage behaviour and help children access learning?

SEN Teaching Assistant – The Role

• Westminster, Central London
• Mainstream primary school
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:45pm
• Supporting a KS2 pupil with ASD and challenging behaviour
• Providing dedicated 1:1 learning and behavioural support

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil with ASD.
• Support learning, classroom engagement and participation.
• Manage and respond positively to challenging behaviour.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Build a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO.

About You

• Previous experience supporting children with ASD – essential.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour.
• Experience supporting primary-aged children with additional needs.
• Calm, patient, resilient and proactive approach.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Passionate about supporting children with SEN.

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant confident supporting a child with ASD and challenging behaviour, we would love to hear from you.