ASD Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
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| Salary: | £96 to £115 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | LEWISHAM, LONDON |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 26 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 23 Sept 2026 |
Summary
ASD Teaching Assistant
Location: Lewisham, South East London
Pay: £95-£115 per day
Start Date: As soon as possible
We are working with a supportive school in Lewisham, seeking a dedicated ASD Teaching Assistant to support pupils with autism. This is a rewarding role for someone patient, consistent and confident supporting children with additional needs in a structured environment.
You will be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them to access learning, manage sensory needs and develop communication and independence skills.
The Role:
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Support pupils with autism in the classroom
Support pupils with autism in the classroom
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Provide 1:1 and small group support
Provide 1:1 and small group support
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Assist with communication using visuals, PECS or other strategies
Assist with communication using visuals, PECS or other strategies
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Support emotional regulation and behaviour
Support emotional regulation and behaviour
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Help maintain clear routines and structure
Help maintain clear routines and structure
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Support personal care where required
Support personal care where required
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Work closely with teachers and the SEN team
Work closely with teachers and the SEN team
The Ideal Candidate Will:
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Have experience supporting children with ASD (school or care background)
Have experience supporting children with ASD (school or care background)
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Be calm, patient and reliable
Be calm, patient and reliable
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Understand sensory needs and structured routines
Understand sensory needs and structured routines
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Be confident supporting behaviour and emotional needs
Be confident supporting behaviour and emotional needs
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Be comfortable with personal care if required
Be comfortable with personal care if required
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Work well as part of a team
Work well as part of a team
This is a great opportunity to join a school where your support will make a genuine difference.
Apply today to be considered for this ASD Teaching Assistant role in Lewisham.