ABA Teaching Assistant

Job description

ABA Teaching Assistant | Newham | Immediate Start

Are you a Psychology graduate with proven ABA experience and a strong academic background? A highly regarded secondary school in Newham is seeking a dedicated ABA Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, starting immediately.

Following a recent Ofsted inspection, the school received an Exceptional judgement for achievement, attendance and behaviour, curriculum and teaching, leadership and governance, and personal development and wellbeing. Inspectors highlighted the school's highly effective personalised support, exemplary behaviour and strong professional development opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate to gain specialist experience within an outstanding educational environment, while making a meaningful difference to a young person's engagement and progress.

Why become an ABA Teaching Assistant at this school?

£500 weekly via PAYE, inclusive of holiday pay

Immediate start with a full-time, long-term role

Exceptional Ofsted findings across key areas of school performance

Supportive SEND and pastoral teams

Excellent CPD and professional development opportunities

Valuable experience for future careers in Psychology, Education, SEND or ABA

About the role:

As an ABA Teaching Assistant, you will provide consistent 1:1 support, using Applied Behaviour Analysis strategies to promote positive behaviour, communication, engagement and independence. You will work closely with teaching, SEND and pastoral staff to implement personalised strategies and help the pupil access the curriculum successfully.

What you'll need to succeed:

Proven ABA experience is essential

UK school-based experience is highly desirable

A strong academic background, including a good degree and A-levels

Excellent communication, patience and emotional intelligence

A genuine commitment to supporting pupils with additional needs

Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long-term and permanent education roles. We look forward to supporting your application.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-09-2026

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