ASD Teaching Assistant - Primary SEN School - Southwark
Location: Southwark, South East London
Salary: £95 - £120 per day
Job Type: Long-term, Full-time
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Agency: Remedy Education
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with a passion for working with pupils on the autism spectrum?
Remedy Education are currently working with a fantastic primary SEN school in Southwark who are looking to appoint a dedicated and confident ASD Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stages 1 and 2 from September.
The role will focus on supporting high-functioning pupils with ASD, helping to manage their learning, communication, and social development within the classroom environment.
About the Role:
Supporting students with high-functioning autism in 1:1 and small group settings
Working alongside the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored interventions
Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Helping students develop confidence, independence, and appropriate social interaction
Supporting the delivery of EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
Monitoring student progress and reporting to teaching staff and parents where required
The Ideal Candidate:
Experience supporting children with autism, ideally in a school or SEN setting
Calm, patient, and proactive approach to working with young people
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
A good understanding of the needs of high-functioning ASD students
Team Teach, PECS or Makaton training is desirable but not essential
Hold an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one
Why Join This School?
Supportive and welcoming team with excellent leadership
Well-resourced classrooms and therapeutic support on site
Opportunities for training and long-term career development
A commitment to inclusion, engagement, and student progress
This is a brilliant opportunity for an enthusiastic and resilient ASD specialist to make a lasting difference in a fantastic SEN environment.
To apply, please contact Scott Arbuckle at Remedy Education today