Specialist ASD Teaching Assistant — 1:1 & Group Support

Axcis Education Recruitment; Tottenham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Tottenham (N17). The role focuses on high-needs ASD provision, providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with autism and complex needs. Start ASAP, full-time/term-time, with PAYE pay and daily rate.

You will work with the SENCo, teachers, and therapists to deliver targeted interventions while promoting independence, communication, and social development in a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-needs ASD or specialist SEND setting.
• Experience supporting children with autism and complex needs.
• Calm, resilient, and patient in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with high-needs ASD
• Support pupils with personal care, emotional regulation, and sensory needs, ensuring dignity and safety at all times
• Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies consistently
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver targeted interventions
• Contribute to a calm, structured, and predictable learning environment
• Promote pupils’ independence, communication, and social development

Skills

High-needs ASD experience

SEND support

IEP implementation

Safeguarding

Team collaboration

Job description

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Tottenham (N17). The role focuses on high-needs ASD provision, providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with autism and complex needs. Start ASAP, full-time/term-time, with PAYE pay and daily rate.

You will work with the SENCo, teachers, and therapists to deliver targeted interventions while promoting independence, communication, and social development in a structured environment.