SEN Teaching Assistant -Autism Education & Training

Location:

Haringey, N17

Start date:

January 2026

Contract:

Full-time, long-term

We are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist Autism Unit within a mainstream school in Haringey (N17) from January 2026.

You’ll be supporting pupils with autism (ASC), including some who are non‑verbal or have significant communication and sensory needs.

• Full-time, long-term role in an autism provision
• 1:1 and small-group support
• Following EHCP targets and individual learning plans
• Using visual supports, routines and structured activities
• Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour linked to anxiety
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCo
• Assisting with personal care where required

• Has experience with autism and/or other SEND (school, care, youth work or similar)
• Is patient, calm and resilient
• Can build positive relationships and follow support plans consistently
• Is able to commit Monday-Friday from January 2026 for the full academic year
• Has the right to work in the UK

• Long-term role in a supportive specialist environment
• Opportunity to make a real impact for autistic pupils and their families
• Ongoing support from a specialist SEND consultant
• Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.