SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism) - 1:1 & Small Groups

Veritas Education Recruitment; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist autism and SEND school in West London. You will support pupils with autism and SEND with personalised activities and close collaboration with teachers.

We are seeking a patient, empathetic communicator who can support 1:1 and small groups, promote independence, and help pupils reach EHCP outcomes in a safe, inclusive environment. Term-time; full-time contract.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN, Autism or additional needs.
• Previous experience as a SEN TA, Teaching Assistant, LSA or similar is desirable.
• Patient, calm and empathetic approach with strong communication skills.
• Understanding of SEN support, behaviour management and differentiated learning.
• Experience with PECS, Makaton, visual supports or sensory strategies is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with Autism and SEND.
• Support learning through differentiated and personalised activities.
• Promote communication, social skills, emotional regulation and independence.
• Support positive behaviour and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Work with teachers and other professionals to support EHCP outcomes and individual needs.

Skills

SEN/Autism experience

TA/Support experience

Empathy & communication

SEN support knowledge

PECS/Makaton/Sensory strategies

Job description

Veritas Education Recruitment is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist autism and SEND school in West London. You will support pupils with autism and SEND with personalised activities and close collaboration with teachers.

We are seeking a patient, empathetic communicator who can support 1:1 and small groups, promote independence, and help pupils reach EHCP outcomes in a safe, inclusive environment. Term-time; full-time contract.