Teaching Assistant

Operam Limited; East Ham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Teachers is partnering with a friendly primary school in Newham to provide a SEND Teaching Assistant on a full-time basis. You will offer one-to-one support for a pupil with ASD and collaborate with the SEND team to help the pupil access learning and participate in class activities.

The role requires experience supporting children with SEN, a patient and encouraging approach, and strong teamwork. Enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding commitments are part of the registration process.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in an education setting
• Experience supporting children with SEN, ideally ASD
• A patient, calm and encouraging approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence following individual support plans and behaviour strategies
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a pupil with ASD across the school day
• Support the pupil with learning activities, routines and transitions
• Help the pupil engage with lessons, follow instructions and stay on task
• Use agreed strategies to support communication, regulation and positive behaviour
• Work alongside the class teacher, SENDCo and other support staff
• Support the pupil during breaktimes, lunchtimes and wider school activities where needed
• Observe progress and share feedback with the class teacher
• Help create a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment

Skills

One-to-one support

SEN/ASD experience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Role

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location

Newham

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm

Pay

£450 to £600 per week

We are partnering with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Newham that is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a pupil with ASD. This is a full-time role starting as soon as possible, with the potential to continue into the next academic year.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SEND team to help the pupil access learning, build confidence and make progress both academically and socially. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with experience supporting children with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a pupil with ASD across the school day
• Support the pupil with learning activities, routines and transitions
• Help the pupil engage with lessons, follow instructions and stay on task
• Use agreed strategies to support communication, regulation and positive behaviour
• Work alongside the class teacher, SENDCo and other support staff
• Support the pupil during breaktimes, lunchtimes and wider school activities where needed
• Observe progress and share feedback with the class teacher
• Help create a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in an education setting
• Experience supporting children with SEN, ideally ASD
• A patient, calm and encouraging approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence following individual support plans and behaviour strategies
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing

Why Horizon Teachers?

We are currently having our busiest year and are placing more teachers and support staff than ever before

Horizon Teachers can give you exposure to a wide range of roles across education

Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals

We are committed to making sure our staff are happy in their roles, as shown by our 4.8-star rated Google reviews

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education, Teachers UK, Provision Recruitment, The Education Specialists, First for Education, Horizon Teachers and Key Stage Teacher Supply.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you will need an enhanced DBS check, and we will need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Operam Education Groupincludes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent