SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism Provision (Year 4/5)

Pertemps Education Network; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Education Network is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to join an Autism Provision supporting Year 4/5 pupils in Lambeth. This role is well-suited for an aspiring teacher looking to gain valuable experience in both specialist provision and mainstream classrooms.

The morning focuses on autism-specific support, with afternoons spent integrating pupils into mainstream classrooms to access learning. You will collaborate with teachers and the SEND team to meet individual needs.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering support to pupils with autism and high-needs SEN.
• Strong understanding of inclusive practices in mainstream settings.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with pupils, parents, and staff.
• Confident, proactive and adaptable approach in busy classroom environments.
• Genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support two pupils with autism within a specialist provision.
• Assist pupils with learning, communication, and social development.
• Support pupils within the provision during the morning.
• Accompany pupils into mainstream classrooms during the afternoon to access learning.
• Encourage independence, engagement, and positive behaviour.
• Collaborate with teachers and the SEND team to meet individual pupil needs.

Skills

Autism experience

Inclusion support

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Adaptable

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism Provision (Year 4/5)

Location: Tulse Hill, Lambeth

Start Date: ASAP

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist Autism Provision supporting pupils in Year 4/5. This position would be ideal for an aspiring teacher looking to gain valuable experience supporting pupils within both a specialist provision and mainstream classroom environment.

The Role

• Support two pupils with autism within a specialist provision.
• Assist pupils with learning, communication, and social development.
• Support pupils within the provision during the morning.
• Accompany pupils into mainstream classrooms during the afternoon, ensuring they can fully access learning.
• Encourage independence, engagement, and positive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the SEND team to meet individual pupil needs.

Requirements

• Experience working with children with autism and high-needs SEN.
• Strong understanding of inclusion and supporting pupils in mainstream settings.
• Confident, proactive, and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching is highly desirable.

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a motivated individual with strong SEN experience who is keen to develop their career within education. You will be energetic, resilient, and passionate about supporting children to thrive both in specialist and mainstream environments.