SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD)

Description

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs? Are you seeking a rewarding role where every day brings the chance to make a difference? Teach Now is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD) to join a nurturing and inclusive primary school in Enfield from September 2025.

This well-respected, two-form entry school is known for its outstanding support for pupils with additional needs. Based in a peaceful, residential part of Enfield, the school is easily accessible by public transport and offers a modern learning environment complete with sensory rooms, therapeutic resources, and a compassionate, experienced SEN team.

In this role, you will be providing 1:1 and small group support to a Key Stage 2 child with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Your responsibilities will include facilitating learning through structured support, implementing behaviour plans, and helping the pupil develop emotional regulation, independence, and communication skills. You will also work alongside the SENCo, speech therapists, and teachers to ensure the child’s needs are met in a holistic and consistent way.

RequirementsThe Ideal Candidate:

• Experience supporting children with ASD in a school or care setting.

• Calm, patient, and proactive with a creative approach to learning support.

• Confident using visual aids, social stories, and sensory strategies.

• A relevant Level 2/3 TA qualification or equivalent (desirable but not essential).

BenefitsBenefits:

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities through Teach Now.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

• Opportunity to secure a permanent role at a highly supportive school.

• Access to a thriving school network that values staff wellbeing.

• Flexible PAYE or umbrella payment options.

• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact and grow your career in SEN education, apply today!

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance

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