Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist nursery in Tooting seeks a full-time Teaching Assistant to support young children with autism. This role involves nurturing, communication, and personal care, focusing on creating a warm, engaging environment for early years education.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Weekly pay through PAYE

Dedicated consultant support

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Experience is desirable, but personality and commitment are everything.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children aged 2–5 with autism in a nurturing nursery environment.
• Assisting with communication, play-based learning, and personal development.
• Working closely with teachers and therapists.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Proactivity

Job description

Teaching Assistant – EYFS Autism Support – Full Time – Tooting

Are you caring, proactive, and ready to make a meaningful impact in the early stages of a child's life? A specialist nursery setting in Tooting is looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team supporting young children with autism.

This is a full-time, term-time role working with early years children who require structure, creativity, and above all, genuine warmth from the adults around them.

About the Role:

• Supporting children aged 2–5 with autism in a nurturing nursery environment
• Assisting with communication, play-based learning, and personal development
• Working closely with teachers and therapists to deliver a consistent and child-centered approach
• Personal care may be involved, including toileting and feeding

What We’re Looking For:

• A naturally warm, patient, and energetic personality
• A proactive, hands-on approach to learning and care
• A genuine passion for early years education and supporting neurodiverse children

What We Offer:

• A welcoming, inclusive environment where your impact truly matters
• Full-time hours, term-time only, with potential for long-term placement
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development in autism support and early years education
• Weekly pay through PAYE and dedicated consultant support

If you're ready to bring energy, empathy, and dedication to a role that truly changes lives—we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Teaching Personnel for more information.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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