ASD Teaching Assistant - Secondary SEN School - Full time and Part time
Salary: £100 - £117 per day
Location: Greenwich, South East London
Full-time (8:45am - 3.30pm)
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism (ASC) and looking to build experience within a specialist setting? Do you have a patient, empathetic approach and a genuine interest in supporting pupils with communication needs, sensory processing difficulties, and social interaction challenges?
Academics are currently recruiting for an ASD Teaching Assistant to join a specialist autism provision in Greenwich. This ASD Teaching Assistant role in Greenwich offers the opportunity to work in a highly structured, nurturing environment supporting pupils with autism, SEMH needs, and associated learning difficulties.
This ASD Teaching Assistant opportunity in Greenwich is ideal for individuals considering careers in educational psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, SEN teaching, or mental health support.
The Role - ASD Teaching Assistant
As an ASD Teaching Assistant in Greenwich, you will:
Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with ASC and additional needs
Support emotional regulation, using positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies
Assist with sensory-based learning, including the use of visual aids, structured routines, and low-arousal environments
Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and therapists to deliver personalised learning plans and EHCP targets
Encourage engagement, communication, and independence within the classroom
Help maintain a safe, consistent, and supportive learning environmentWhat We're Looking For
To be successful as an ASD Teaching Assistant in Greenwich, you will have:
A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach
A genuine interest in autism, SEN, and child development
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
An understanding of ASC, sensory needs, and behaviour support (desirable)
Previous experience in SEN, ASD, care, or mental health settings (beneficial but not essential)What's on Offer
This ASD Teaching Assistant role in Greenwich offers:
The opportunity to work in a specialist autism provision in Greenwich
Hands-on experience alongside therapists, SEN specialists, and multidisciplinary teams
Excellent progression into Assistant Psychologist, therapy, or teaching roles
Competitive daily pay rates
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultantRequirements
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Right to work in the UKIf you're passionate about becoming an ASD Teaching Assistant and making a real difference in Greenwich, apply today by submitting your CV.
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