ERS education are recruiting experienced ASD Teaching Assistants to start immediately/September 2025 in Newham working on a long-term contract which could possibly lead to a permanent position. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to support schools in providing care and support to children with a range of Special Needs and behavioral difficulties within the Education/Special Needs sector. It is essential that you have experience working with children/young people with learning difficulties, particularly autism to be considered for this role. Responsibilities include: * Supporting children with ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) and SEN on a 1:1 basis. * Provide day to day support to Teachers in teaching and learning. * Supporting colleagues in undertaking personal care related tasks. * Working effectively alongside other teaching and support staff to ensure a safe and productive work environment is maintained. * Adhere to the Schools policies including Safeguarding, Child Protection, Behaviour Management, Health and Safety. Requirements: * Experience of supporting children with ASD and other associated challenging behaviors * Experience working with as a Special Needs Teaching assistant with special needs children for at least 3 months * A commitment to working with children with special educational needs * Ability to manage confrontation & challenging behavior * Ability to adapt and respond to children needs and plan accordingly * Must be an energetic and enthusiastic team player * Must have patience * Be proactive * Ideally have good experience working one to one as a teaching assistant. * Work well in a team * Have a positive attitude * Have a passion for working with children with Special Needs Application Requirements for ERS Education * All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy. * Your CV must cover all education and employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained. * You must have legal right to work in the UK