Autism Early Years Teaching Assistant

Barnet, United Kingdom | Posted on 12/11/2026

Senovo is recruiting an Autism Early Years Teaching Assistant for a welcoming specialist school setting in Barnet. This temporary role pays £105–£135 per day PAYE and focuses on helping young autistic pupils feel secure, communicate and engage in early learning.

• Support play-based learning, communication and classroom routines.
• Use visual supports, clear language and consistent transition strategies.
• Help pupils develop independence, regulation and positive peer interaction.
• Work alongside teachers and therapists to follow individual support plans.
• Record useful observations and celebrate progress.

• Experience supporting young children with autism or additional needs.
• A patient, warm and dependable approach.
• Good communication, teamwork and safeguarding awareness.
• QTS is not required for this teaching-assistant role.

• PAYE pay with clear assignment information.
• Specialist support from an experienced SEN recruitment team.
• Opportunities matched to your skills and travel area.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and complete Senovo’s safeguarding and compliance process, including suitable references and an enhanced child-workforce DBS check.