✨ Specialist SEND Support Assistant – Primary School (EN1) ✨
Location: Enfield (EN1)
Timings: Vary by pupil needs (e.g. 9:20am – 3:15pm/Full time)
Start: Immediate | Long-Term Role
Position via Teaching Personnel
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Teaching Personnel is working in close collaboration with a dedicated SEND primary setting in the EN1 area to recruit nurturing and resilient Support Assistants to provide tailored assistance to pupils with autism spectrum conditions and a range of cognitive and communication challenges.
The school delivers highly personalised learning and prides itself on fostering independence, confidence, and emotional well-being in every child. This is a long-term opportunity well suited to individuals who have prior experience in a similar capacity and are committed to inclusive education.
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The Role Involves:
* Offering consistent and individualised support to learners with diverse presentations of autism and related developmental needs.
* Collaborating closely with teaching staff and therapists to help deliver adapted lessons and therapeutic activities.
* Assisting pupils with social interaction, routine transitions, and non-verbal communication tools.
* Monitoring behaviour calmly and positively, using established strategies to support self-regulation and focus.
* Encouraging independence through daily routines and learning tasks.
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✅ We're Looking For:
* Experience working with neurodiverse children or pupils with global developmental delays in a UK-based educational environment.
* A sound grasp of how to support children outside of a mainstream curriculum.
* An empathetic, observant, and composed individual who can adjust to varying support needs throughout the day.
* A valid Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered with the Update Service or willingness to apply through Teaching Personnel.
* Availability to commit to consistent, term-time hours, with working times based on the assigned pupil’s needs (typically 9:20am – 3:15pm).
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What You’ll Gain:
* Placement in a positive, supportive, and well-resourced school that values every staff member.
* The opportunity to work within a forward-thinking team that focuses on inclusive, pupil-led education.
* Ongoing access to specialist training and CPD through Teaching Personnel.
* A fulfilling role where every day makes a measurable impact.
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If you're ready to support pupils with complex learning needs in a school that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your CV today or get in touch with your dedicated consultant at Teaching Personnel to discuss this role in more detail.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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