ASD Teaching Assistant

✨ Specialist SEND Support Assistant – Primary School (EN1) ✨ Location : Enfield (EN1) Timings : Vary by pupil needs (e.g. 9 : 20am – 3 : 15pm / Full time) Start : Immediate | Long-Term Role Position via Teaching Personnel Teaching Personnel is working in close collaboration with a dedicated SEND primary setting in the EN1 area to recruit nurturing and resilient Support Assistants to provide tailored assistance to pupils with autism spectrum conditions and a range of cognitive and communication challenges . The school delivers highly personalised learning and prides itself on fostering independence, confidence, and emotional well-being in every child. This is a long-term opportunity well suited to individuals who have prior experience in a similar capacity and are committed to inclusive education. The Role Involves : Offering consistent and individualised support to learners with diverse presentations of autism and related developmental needs. Collaborating closely with teaching staff and therapists to help deliver adapted lessons and therapeutic activities. Assisting pupils with social interaction, routine transitions, and non‑verbal communication tools. Monitoring behaviour calmly and positively, using established strategies to support self‑regulation and focus. Encouraging independence through daily routines and learning tasks. ✅ We're Looking For : Experience working with neurodiverse children or pupils with global developmental delays in a UK‑based educational environment. A sound grasp of how to support children outside of a mainstream curriculum. An empathetic, observant, and composed individual who can adjust to varying support needs throughout the day. A valid Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered with the Update Service or willingness to apply through Teaching Personnel. Availability to commit to consistent, term‑time hours, with working times based on the assigned pupil’s needs (typically 9 : 20am – 3 : 15pm). What You’ll Gain : Placement in a positive, supportive, and well‑resourced school that values every staff member. The opportunity to work within a forward‑thinking team that focuses on inclusive, pupil‑led education. Ongoing access to specialist training and CPD through Teaching Personnel. A fulfilling role where every day makes a measurable impact. If you're ready to support pupils with complex learning needs in a school that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your CV today or get in touch with your dedicated consultant at Teaching Personnel to discuss this role in more detail. Joseph.banks-hepworth@teachingpersonnel.com All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website. #J-18808-Ljbffr