SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism Specialist Provision (All-Through School)
Location: Hackney, East London
Start date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: £95-£115 per day (dependent on experience)
We are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for a specialist autism provision within an all-through school in Hackney. This is a full-time, long-term role starting January 2026, supporting autistic pupils from EYFS through to Post-16.
You'll be working in small, structured classes, helping pupils to access learning, develop independence and regulate their emotions throughout the school day.
The role:
Full-time, long-term TA role in a specialist autism setting
Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups across different key stages
Following EHCP targets and individual learning plans
Using visual supports, clear routines and structured activities
Supporting emotional regulation, communication and sensory needs
Assisting with personal care and life-skills where required
Working closely with teachers, therapists and wider support staff
We're looking for someone who:
Has experience supporting children or young people with autism/ASC or other SEND(school, residential care, youth work, play schemes or similar)
Is calm, patient and resilient, with a genuine interest in SEN
Can build positive relationships and follow support plans consistently
Is comfortable with personal care and supporting sensory regulation
Can commit Monday-Friday, term time, from January 2026
Has the right to work in the UK and is willing to complete/hold an enhanced DBS
What's on offer:
A long-term role in a highly specialist, supportive environment
The opportunity to work across age groups in an all-through provision
Ongoing support from a specialist SEND consultant
Competitive daily rate of £95-£115, dependent on experience
Safeguarding:
All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references