Teaching Assistant

Description

Teaching Assistant (Autism/SEN)

September 2026

Havering (Romford)

SANZA Teaching Agency are recruiting on behalf of a 3-form entry junior school in the borough of Havering (Romford). They are seeking a teaching assistant (Autism/SEN) to join their excellent school community! The role will be supporting key students across KS1 and KS2.

This is a rewarding role where you will have the opportunity to drastically improve the social and educational outcomes of young people with Autism. You will have the please of watching the children develop and being able to see, first- hand, the positive impact you will make.

The role:

Full- time Monday- Friday (term-time only)

The role will be a 1- year contract for the full academic year- September 2026 to July 2027.About you/the role:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism and additional needs.

Help pupils develop their communication, social and emotional skill.

You will have experience as a teaching assistant (or similar position) supporting Autism and/or special educational needs (SEN).

Support children with managing their behaviour and emotions using positive behaviour support strategies.

You will be patient and calm in your approach to supporting children.

You will possess excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

You will be committed to equity and inclusion.

You will have a solid understanding of sensory processing differences, communication needs, and social challenges of children with Autism. xjnqpsq Interested?

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this excellent opportunity as a teaching assistant (Autism/SEN) or contact Lauren McNaught on (phone number removed) or alternatively send an updated CV to

Ad ID: 5418860520