SEN Teaching Assistant - KS2 ASD Support

Milk Education - The UKs First Environmentally Friendly Education Recruitment Agency.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmentally friendly education recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil with ASD in East London. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills, patience, and experience with Special Educational Needs. The position offers flexibility and excellent rates of pay along with additional perks and support.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay

Speedy registration process & fast track compliance

Flexible days and working hours

Access to FREE Perks Portal

Access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses

FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook

24/7 support from personal consultant

Exclusive partnerships with schools

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASD is desirable.
• Must be patient, empathetic, and nurturing.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a child with ASD in KS2.
• Implement strategies to promote engagement and focus.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and parents to track progress.

Skills

Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (ASD experience desirable)

Patient and empathetic approach

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality

Job description

Overview

SEN Teaching Assistant - KS2 (ASD Support) — Newham, East London. Full-time, long-term contract. Mainstream primary school - 2 form entry. Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience).

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming two-form entry primary school in Newham. This rewarding role involves providing 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) within a mainstream classroom setting.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and the school\'s SENCO to help the pupil access the curriculum, develop social and communication skills, and foster confidence and independence in their learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a child with ASD in KS2.
• Implement strategies to promote engagement, focus, and positive behaviour.
• Adapt learning materials and activities to suit the child\'s individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and parents to track progress.
• Encourage inclusion within the classroom and during wider school activities.

Requirements

• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (ASD experience desirable).
• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Availability for a full-time, long-term position.

Benefits to YOU

• Excellent rates of pay!
• Speedy registration process & fast track compliance.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook!
• Exclusive school & trust partnerships.
• Access to our FREE Perks Portal, including discounts (Blue Light Card-style benefits).
• Access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, with CPD courses and health & fitness modules.
• School Preparation Pack for school placements.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, via work mobile.
• Our Unbottled division brings lived-experience speakers into schools on topics such as mental health, discrimination, and exploitation, with offices across England & North Wales.
• Join the UK\'s only eco-friendly education supply agency!

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