Year 6 - SEN Teaching Assistant - ASD

Teach Plus; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Plus are recruiting a caring and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Edgware, starting ASAP. This full-time role provides dedicated support to a Year 6 pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to help access the Year 6 curriculum and stay engaged.

You will work closely with the class teacher and SEN team to build the pupil's confidence and independence, using calm, patient strategies to support communication and social interaction.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
• Strong subject and curriculum knowledge.
• Enhanced DBS certificate with Update Service.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated support for a Year 6 pupil with ASD.
• Assist pupil in accessing Year 6 curriculum and classroom activities.
• Implement strategies for communication, emotional regulation and engagement.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive social interactions.
• Collaborate with class teacher, SENCO and support team to provide consistent support.
• Monitor pupil progress and adapt support to individual needs.

Skills

TA experience

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Enhanced DBS with Update Service

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Edgware
Contract: Full Time
Salary: 110 - 130 per day

About the role and school

Teach Plus are currently recruiting for a caring and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Edgware, starting ASAP. This full-time Teaching Assistant role will involve providing dedicated support to a child in Year 6 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The successful Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher and SEN team to help the pupil access the Year 6 curriculum, remain engaged with learning and develop their confidence and independence within the classroom.

The school is a large, inclusive primary school with a strong community ethos and a commitment to ensuring every child feels valued and supported. The school offers a broad and engaging curriculum within a positive learning environment, supported by experienced leadership an collaborative staff team. Inclusion and pupil wellbeing are central to the school's approach, with teachers and support staff working closely together to meet the individual needs of pupils.

This Teaching Assistant position would particularly suit someone with previous experience supporting children with ASD or other special educational needs. The school is looking for a patient, confident and adaptable Teaching Assistant who can build a positive relationship with the pupil and provide consistent support throughout the school day. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive primary school and make a genuine difference to a child's educational, social and emotional development.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated support for a Year 6 pupil with ASD


• Support the pupil in accessing the Year 6 curriculum and participating in classroom activities


• Implement appropriate strategies to support communication, emotional regulation and engagement


• Encourage independence, confidence and positive social interactions


• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team to provide consistent support


• Monitor the pupil's progress and adapt support according to their individual needs

Qualifications/Experience

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role


• Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role


• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service


• Right to work in the UK

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