Teaching Assistant ASD

Remedy Education; Royal Borough of Greenwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education are looking for a confident, patient and enthusiastic ASD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Greenwich.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and wants to make a genuine impact on their learning, communication and independence. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, working with teachers and SEN professionals, and may include personal care where required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with ASD across classroom activities and structured learning
• Providing 1:1 and small-group interventions
• Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Using visual timetables, structured routines and individualised learning strategies
• Helping pupils manage sensory needs and transitions throughout the day
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive engagement with learning
• Supporting pupils who may be non-verbal or have limited spoken communication
• Managing behaviours calmly and consistently using positive strategies
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and other SEN professionals
• Providing personal care where required

Job description

Location: Greenwich, South East London Position: ASD Teaching Assistant Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Pay: 100- 117 per day Start: ASAP

Remedy Education are looking for a confident, patient and enthusiastic ASD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Greenwich.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and wants to make a genuine impact on their learning, communication and independence.

The Role

As an ASD Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who have a range of needs associated with autism, providing both 1:1 and small-group support throughout the school day.

• Supporting pupils with ASD across classroom activities and structured learning
• Providing 1:1 and small-group interventions
• Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Using visual timetables, structured routines and individualised learning strategies
• Helping pupils manage sensory needs and transitions throughout the day
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive engagement with learning
• Supporting pupils who may be non-verbal or have limited spoken communication
• Managing behaviours calmly and consistently using positive strategies
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and other SEN professionals
• Providing personal care where required

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is calm, proactive and resilient, with a genuine interest in working with children and young people with additional needs.

Previous experience within an SEN school, mainstream SEN provision, care setting or support environment would be highly beneficial. Experience with ASD, communication needs, sensory needs, challenging behaviour, Makaton, PECS or other communication strategies would also be advantageous.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity within a supportive specialist school and would suit someone looking to develop a career within SEN education.