Position: SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 1 (1:1 Autism Support)
Location: Waltham Forest, London
Type: Full-Time (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm)
Pay: £425-£525 per week (weekly pay)
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism in a welcoming primary school in Waltham Forest.
The successful candidate must have previous experience working with SEN children in a school setting, with strong phonics experience and the ability to support learning across all key stages. This is a full-time role and is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs to thrive both academically and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one support for a Year 1 pupil with Autism, supporting learning, engagement, and emotional regulation
- Support the delivery of phonics sessions and early reading activities in line with the school’s phonics scheme
- Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons to meet individual learning needs
- Implement IEPs, behaviour plans, and structured routines consistently
- Support the development of communication, social skills, and independence
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
- Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to the teaching team
- Support pupils across different key stages when required
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience working with SEN children in a school setting (ESSENTIAL)
- Experience supporting pupils with Autism
- Phonics experience (e.g. Read Write Inc, Letters and Sounds, or similar)
- Experience working across EYFS, KS1, KS2 or multiple key stages
- A patient, nurturing, and proactive approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to full-time work
Desirable
- Relevant qualification in education or SEN support
- Additional training in behaviour management or autism support
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role where you can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply if this role aligns with your experience and availability.
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