SEN Teaching Assistant – ASD Specialist Primary School Milk Education | Hillingdon I’m recruiting on behalf of an exceptional ASD specialist primary school in Hillingdon. They’re looking for a committed, patient, and energetic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a day-to-day, term-time contract, with the genuine potential to progress into a long-term or permanent role for the right person. The school is highly structured and specifically designed to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Their environment focuses on communication, emotional regulation, sensory needs, and helping pupils build confidence and independence. The successful candidate will be joining a highly supportive team that includes teachers, therapists, and experienced SEN professionals. About the Role: The position involves supporting pupils with a range of ASD-related needs in both 1:1 and small-group settings. The role requires someone who can follow structured teaching approaches, adapt learning activities, and work with visual communication systems. You’ll be helping to maintain routines, reduce anxiety, and create a calm, predictable learning environment where pupils can genuinely thrive. Key Responsibilities: Supporting pupils with ASD across EYFS and primary classes Using structured strategies such as visual timetables, now/next boards, social stories, and task breakdowns Delivering 1:1 and group interventions focused on communication, regulation, and learning Supporting sensory needs through movement breaks, sensory tools, and environmental adjustments Encouraging communication using PECS, Makaton, and visual support systems Assisting with personal care and emotional wellbeing where required Working with teachers to adapt resources and create low-arousal classrooms Promoting positive behaviour and supporting smooth transitions Maintaining safeguarding and ensuring pupil safety This school is a fantastic place for candidates who genuinely care about SEN education and want to develop their skills in a specialist setting. Benefits to You (through Milk Education): Competitive daily pay Fast, smooth registration and compliance Flexible work patterns to suit your schedule 5-star rated agency with 3,000 Google & Facebook reviews Exclusive partnerships with SEND schools and trusts Access to a free perks portal with a wide range of discounts Over 1,000 accredited and discounted CPD courses via Milk Academy Free PSHE lesson plans and a library of teaching resources Free Educator Wellbeing eBook wellbeing hub with CPD and health/fitness modules School Preparation Pack for new placements 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant Access to “Unbottled” — lived-experience speakers supporting schools with key safeguarding topics Part of the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency