SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 3

SANZA Teaching Agency; Greater London; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

SANZA Teaching Agency is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated one-to-one support for a Year 3 pupil with ASD and ADHD. The role focuses on helping the pupil access learning, build confidence and thrive in a supportive school environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience with ASD/ADHD in a primary setting, be patient and collaborative, and support transitions and independent life skills while working closely with teachers and SENCO.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with ASD and ADHD.
• Patient, empathetic and calm demeanor.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt strategies to individual learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support throughout the school day.
• Support classroom learning, activities and daily routines.
• Adapt learning tasks to meet the pupil's needs.
• Help the pupil manage transitions and stay engaged in lessons.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Encourage independence and essential life skills.
• Collaborate with the class teacher, SENCO and staff to ensure consistent support.
• Create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

ASD/ADHD experience

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

EN Teaching Assistant - Year 3 (1:1 and small group intervention

Start Date: 2nd November 2026
Position: Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant
Support: One-to-one support for a pupil with ASD and ADHD

We are seeking a caring, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one support to a Year 3 pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the pupil's educational, social and emotional development, helping them access learning, build confidence and thrive in a supportive school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support throughout the school day.


• Support the pupil with classroom learning, activities and daily routines.


• Adapt learning tasks and approaches to meet the pupil's individual needs.


• Help the pupil maintain focus, manage transitions and engage positively in lessons.


• Support emotional regulation, social interaction and positive behaviour.


• Encourage independence, confidence and the development of essential life skills.


• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and other school staff to ensure consistent support.


• Create a safe, structured, inclusive and encouraging learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience working with children with ASD and ADHD, preferably in a primary school setting.


• Is patient, empathetic, calm and understanding.


• Has a good understanding of additional learning needs and inclusive education.


• Can adapt strategies to suit the pupil's individual strengths and challenges.


• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.


• Is proactive, reliable and passionate about helping children reach their full potential.
  

Position Details

• Start date: ASAP
  


• Working pattern: Full-time


• Year group: Across KS1 and KS2


• Role: One-to-one and small group interventions
  

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in a child's education and development.