Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd seeks an ASD-focused SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with autism at a welcoming primary school in Hammersmith & Fulham. You will help the pupil access classroom learning and build confidence throughout the school day.

Role involves adapting activities, using visual supports, supporting communication and independence, and collaborating with the class teacher and SENCo to promote phonics, English and Maths learning.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Autism (ASD).
• Experience in a primary school, ideally KS1.
• Understanding of visual supports and autism-friendly strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with ASD.
• Adapt classroom activities to suit individual learning needs.
• Use visual resources and clear, structured instructions.
• Support communication, social interaction and independence.
• Help with classroom routines and transitions.
• Encourage engagement in phonics, English and Maths.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo.

Skills

Autism support experience

Primary school experience

Visual supports

Calm and patient demeanor

Job description

ASD Teaching Assistant Location: Hammersmith & Fulham, W12 (commutable from Acton, White City, Hammersmith and Chiswick) Pay: 110- 120 per day Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary

Are you a patient, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who enjoys helping children with Autism build confidence and independence?

Long Term Futures is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with Autism (ASD) at a welcoming primary school in Hammersmith & Fulham.

You’ll help the pupil access classroom learning, develop positive relationships and feel confident throughout the school day.

About the Role

• Provide consistent 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with ASD
• Adapt classroom activities to suit individual learning needs
• Use visual resources and clear, structured instructions
• Support communication, social interaction and independence
• Help with classroom routines and transitions
• Encourage engagement in phonics, English and Maths
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCo

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience supporting children with Autism (ASD)
• Experience in a primary school, ideally KS1
• Understanding of visual supports and autism-friendly strategies
• Calm, patient and able to build trusting relationships
• Confident encouraging independence and participation

Why Long Term Futures?

• We specialise in long-term and permanent education placements, offering stable opportunities, weekly pay, relevant SEN CPD and dedicated consultant support.

Next Steps

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hugh at Long Term Futures to arrange a trial day.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.