SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD)

Teach Now Limited; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now Limited is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD) for a Camden location in London. The role is full-time, long-term temporary with a daily rate of £90–£100. Start date is 8 September 2026.

The successful candidate will provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support, using visual timetables and structured routines, and will help with emotional and sensory regulation while aligning activities with the class teacher and SENCO. DBS and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASD/autism in a school or specialist setting.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and SEND practice.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to complete one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support for pupils.
• Use visual timetables and structured routines to aid learning.
• Support emotional and sensory regulation for pupils.
• Adapt classroom activities alongside the class teacher and SENCO.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive peer relationships.
• Monitor progress and contribute to pupil support plans.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Communication strategies

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD) – Camden Location: Camden, London Salary: £90–£100 per day Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary Start Date: 8 September 2026

The role will include:

• Providing targeted 1:1 and small-group support
• Using visual timetables, structured routines and appropriate communication strategies
• Supporting emotional and sensory regulation
• Adapting classroom activities alongside the class teacher and SENCO
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive peer relationships
• Monitoring progress and contributing to pupil support plans

We are looking for:

• Previous experience supporting children with ASD/autism in a school or specialist setting
• A calm, patient and consistent approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Good understanding of safeguarding and SEND practice
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to complete one
• Right to work in the UK

This SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD) role would suit an experienced TA who wants a long-term position where they can become an important part of a child’s school experience.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.