11 Autism Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant (1:1 Autism Support)
Location: Merton
Start Date: September 2026 | Full-time | Term-time only

Are you a compassionate and resilient graduate looking to gain exceptional SEND experience while making a genuine difference every day?

A specialist Autism provision in Croydon is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 8 pupil with Autism (ASC) .

You'll build a positive relationship with the student while providing clear, consistent and fair support, helping them regulate emotions, engage with learning and develop independence.

Benefits of Working at this School
Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 8 pupil with Autism.
Gain invaluable experience in a specialist Autism setting, ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Speech & Language Therapists or Teachers.
Work alongside experienced teachers, Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Therapists and CAMHS professionals.
Small class sizes and excellent staff-to-student ratios, allowing for meaningful support.
Receive training in Autism, sensory regulation and therapeutic approaches.
A varied and rewarding role where no two days are ever the same .
Join a welcoming, supportive team committed to helping every student succeed.
The Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant
Experience supporting children or young people with SEND is desirable.
Calm, patient and confident in providing firm but fair boundaries.
Passionate about supporting young people with Autism.
Available full-time from September 2026-July 2027
This is an outstanding opportunity to develop specialist SEND experience while making a lasting impact on a young person's education, confidence and future.

Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEND TA role in Merton. For other roles like this, check out our website, search Ribbons & Reeves. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND TA role.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-08-2026

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