SEN Teaching Assistant
| Company: | London Teaching Pool, Ltd |
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| Salary: | £14.24 to £16 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | IG7 6NT |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Nov 2026 |
Summary
SEN TA – Reception | ASD & Personal Care
Location: Redbridge
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Long Term
Hours: 08:30–15:15
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience
We are looking for a caring, patient and experienced
SEN TA to join a welcoming primary school in
Redbridge, supporting a
Reception child with ASD who is non-verbal and requires dedicated 1:1 support.
This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate
SEN TA who has experience working with children with autism and understands the importance of a calm, consistent and nurturing approach.
The successful
SEN TA will work closely with the child throughout the school day, supporting their communication, learning, development and emotional regulation.
Personal care is also required as part of the role, so the successful candidate must be comfortable providing this support.
The Role
As a
SEN TA, you will:
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Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Reception child with ASD.
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Support a non-verbal child with their communication and interaction.
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Help the child access learning and classroom activities.
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Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
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Encourage independence and development through age-appropriate activities.
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Provide personal care when required.
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Follow individual support strategies and guidance from the school.
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Work closely with the class teacher and SEN team.
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Build a trusting and positive relationship with the child.
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Help create a safe, calm and supportive learning environment.
About You
The school is looking for a
SEN TA who:
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Has previous experience supporting children with ASD or complex SEN.
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Has experience supporting non-verbal children or children with communication needs.
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Is comfortable providing personal care.
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Is patient, caring and consistent.
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Understands the importance of routine and structure when supporting children with ASD.
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Can adapt their communication and approach to meet the child's individual needs.
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Is confident providing 1:1 support.
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Can build strong and trusting relationships with children.
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Works well as part of a wider school team.
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Is reliable and available for an immediate start.
Benefits
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Immediate start
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Long-term opportunity
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Free onsite parking
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Dedicated 1:1 SEN support role
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Opportunity to develop specialist ASD experience
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Supportive primary school environment
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Consistent
08:30–15:15 working hours
This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced
SEN TA who is passionate about supporting children with ASD and helping them develop their communication, independence and confidence.
If you are an experienced
SEN TA who is comfortable supporting a non-verbal child and providing personal care, we would love to hear from you.
Immediate start | Long term | Reception | 1:1 ASD support | Non-verbal | Personal care | Redbridge
Equal Opportunities
TLTP Group is an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion throughout our recruitment process and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, colour, gender (including gender reassignment), sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief, marital status, ethnic or national origin, health, pregnancy, childcare responsibilities or criminal records.
All candidates are assessed fairly and in accordance with current UK legislation. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.