SEN - Sen Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £95 to £105 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | E15 4QS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 2 Nov 2026 |
Summary
We're currently recruiting for an Autism 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Stratford.
THE ROLE
You will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student (or small group of students) with autism, helping them access the mainstream curriculum, feel settled in school and make progress academically, socially and emotionally.
KEY DETAILS
- Role: Autism 1:1 Teaching Assistant
- School: Mainstream secondary school, Stratford
- Start date: ASAP
- Contract: Temp to Perm
- Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide 1:1 support in lessons, helping the student stay engaged and access learning
- Use strategies such as visual timetables, structured routines and clear, calm communication
- Support the student with transitions, unstructured times and sensory needs
- Help develop social skills and positive peer relationships
- Work closely with the SENCO, teachers and parents/carers to follow the student's EHCP and support plan
- Encourage independence and build the student's confidence
- Record progress and feed back to the wider team
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Experience supporting children or young people with autism (school, care or other settings)
- Patient, empathetic and resilient, with a calm and consistent approach
- Good communication skills and the ability to build trust
- Experience of secondary-age students is desirable but not essential
- Knowledge of strategies such as TEACCH, PECS or Social Stories is a bonus
- Right to work in the UK and willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check (or hold an up-to-date DBS on the Update Service)
- Two suitable references
WHY APPLY?
- Make a real difference to a young person's school experience
- Supportive school with a strong SEN team
- Excellent transport links, close to Stratford station
If this sounds like you, or you know someone who might be interested, please apply with an up-to-date CV to discuss the role.