SEN Teaching Assistant Start Date: ASAP Location: Southall Full/Part-time: Full-time Salary: Negotiable depending on experience About the role/school Teach Plus are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Southall. This "Outstanding" Ofsted-rated school provides a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where children can thrive both academically and personally. Rooted in strong values of care, ambition, respect, and empathy, the school delivers a broad and engaging curriculum, excellent pastoral care, and enriching extracurricular opportunities. The setting is looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant to work closely with a child with Autism who is non-verbal, on a full-time basis, starting as soon as possible. This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to make a real difference to a child's learning journey, supporting their confidence, creativity, and wellbeing. The school also values and supports its dedicated staff, with high levels of job satisfaction contributing to the positive, nurturing atmosphere. This is a fantastic chance for an SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about SEN education and eager to help children reach their full potential. Job Responsibilities As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your role will include: Providing one-to-one support for a non-verbal child with Autism. Implementing personalised learning strategies and supporting communication development. Assisting the class teacher with adapting lessons to meet individual needs. Encouraging social interaction, independence, and emotional wellbeing. Promoting a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. Working collaboratively with staff, parents, and external professionals. Qualifications/Experience To be successful as an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will need: An Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service. The right to work in the UK. Previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant or supporting children with Autism is desirable. A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature with strong communication skills. Next Steps If this SEN Teaching Assistant position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Carly at Teach Plus. Alternatively, please click 'apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google-rated, London-based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role - our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education. With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work