Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant | Exceptional School | Tower HamletsAn exceptional Primary School in Tower Hamlets is searching for a creative and driven Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant to start ASAP, full time / term time only to drive the success of students with Autism (ASD).

Your duties will include but are not limited to teaching, guiding and supporting 2 children with Autism in KS1, helping them grow and thrive in the schooling environment.

The perfect Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant would showcase attention, care and compassion.

If you have experience with children aged 2-7 (EYFS / KS1) with Autism or SEN, we would love to hear from you! This does not need to be direct schooling experience. All transferable skills/experience will be considered.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant

Supports 2 students with Autism on a daily basis

Key Stage 1 (Ages 5 to 7)

Liaises with Class Teachers and the SENCO / SENDCO regarding progress of children

Provide a stimulating and safe learning environment for children

Deliver specialist SEN interventions

Liaises with the school's therapists

Start ASAP – Full Time / Term Time Only

Located in Tower Hamlets

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience of supporting children (4-7) with Autism (ASD) or SEN – Ideal

Childcare related experience, ideally with a SEN focus – Ideal

You must be full of life, creative, have a love for art and a positive personality

A highly driven and compassionate individual who will exceed expectations of the role requirements

SCHOOL DESCRIPTION

4 Full Time Primary School in Tower Hamlets

Ofsted Exceptional in all areas

Well established with creativity and compassion at its core

Specialist strategies in place for pupils with SEN

Fantastic outdoor activity centres

In-school INSET training on SEN/D topics

Collaborative, team-based working

Located in Tower Hamlets

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dover

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-05-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English