SEN Teaching Assistant

Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 1 ASD Support

Location: Islington (commutable from Finsbury Park, Highbury, Holloway, Canonbury, Upper Holloway)

Pay: £95-£110 per day

Start Date: September 2025

Contract: Full-time, long-term (Full Academic Year)

Long Term Futures is partnering with a nurturing and inclusive primary school in Islington that is seeking a patient and energetic SEN Teaching Assistant to work in Year 1 with a non-verbal child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The role focuses on supporting high emotional regulation needs and building engagement through structured, responsive support.

About the Role

You will work primarily one-to-one with a pupil who experiences frequent meltdowns-though never physical-and benefits from consistent, calm support. Your day-to-day will include:

Providing structured 1:1 and small group instruction using sensory and visual strategies

Encouraging communication and independence through positive reinforcement

Using behaviour management tactics to de-escalate and maintain calm

Helping the pupil take part in classroom routines, transitions, and unstructured times

Collaborating with the SENCo and teaching team to adapt learning and monitor progress

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience supporting non-verbal children with ASD, particularly in Reception or Year 1 settings

A calm, proactive, and optimistic demeanour; reliable, patient, and empathetic

Strong behaviour support skills, including understanding of sensory strategies and non-verbal communication

The ability to build trust and routine for children who rely on structure and consistency

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

Access to long-term placements in inclusive, supportive schools

A personal consultant providing ongoing career guidance and support

Weekly pay through our straightforward digital system

Access to free CPD, including SEN and behaviour management strategies

Next Steps

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference to a child's learning and emotional journey, apply with your CV today. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hugh at Long Term Futures. An enhanced DBS and two professional references will be required.

Ad ID: 5416994243