SEN Teaching Assistant; ARP

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (ARP)
Location: Alibon

SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD/ARP Support Practitioner)

Location:

Barking & Dagenham, London, UK
Salary: £90 – £100 per day
Job Type: Full Time, Temporary (Term Time Only)

Start Date:

30/03/2026
Duration:
Until the end of the Summer Term (July)

Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training such a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). Pay is
determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

Teach Now is seeking a reliable, proactive and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant / ARP Support Practitioner to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Barking & Dagenham. This is a full-time temporary role starting after Easter until the end of the summer term (July), with the possibility of starting during the final week of this term.

The role involves supporting pupils within an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP). The school is a large, nurturing and values-driven primary school that promotes British values, inclusion, pupil wellbeing and high achievement, creating a supportive environment where pupils develop the knowledge, skills, confidence and resilience to succeed.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) within the ARP, working closely with class teachers, the SENCo and ARP leads to help pupils make progress according to their individual needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition

• Support pupils with learning, communication, emotional regulation and social development

• Assist teachers with adapted learning activities and interventions

• Help maintain a structured, inclusive learning environment

• Encourage pupils’ independence, confidence and engagement in learning

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo and ARP staff

• Promote the school’s ethos of respect, equality and high expectations

Requirements

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition in an ARP or specialist SEN setting

• Be able to work confidently and independently, showing initiative

• Be committed to inclusive education and pupil progress

• Be reliable, proactive and adaptable

• Have strong communication and teamwork skills

• Be willing to undertake a free trial day

Benefits

• £90–£100 per day competitive daily pay

• Experience with in a specialist ASD provision

• Supportive school leadership and SEN team

• Inclusive and nurturing school environment

• Ongoing support from Teach Now’s education recruitment team

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process:

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance