SEN Teaching Assistant - Severe Autism

We are working with a supportive mainstream primary school in Bethnal Green to recruit a dedicated and highly committed 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a young boy in Reception with severe autism and an EHCP.

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

The pupil is beyond non‑verbal and has significant sensory needs. He is currently transitioning into school and is attending for limited hours with parental support. Over the next three to four weeks, he will gradually transition into full‑time education, with parental support reducing during this period.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting this transition and in establishing structure, routines, resources and appropriate interventions to support the pupil’s learning, emotional regulation, and wellbeing.

The pupil is not yet toilet trained and is currently undergoing this transition, therefore applicants must be comfortable supporting with personal care.

This is a long‑term, full‑time role starting immediately and running until July, with strong potential to continue into the next academic year. If the pupil transitions into specialist provision in the future, there is potential for a long‑term position within the school in another capacity, subject to performance.

During periods where the pupil is not in school, the successful candidate will support with preparation, resource development, and may assist in other year groups and classes.

• Providing consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day
• Supporting the pupil’s transition into full‑time education
• Implementing sensory, communication, and behavioural strategies
• Supporting emotional regulation and engagement
• Assisting with personal care and toileting
• Creating and adapting visual and learning resources
• Working closely with the SENCo, teachers, parents, and external professionals
• Monitoring progress and contributing to reviews

• Applicants should have experience supporting children with severe autism and non‑verbal communication needs
• A strong understanding of sensory processing and inclusive practice is essential
• We are looking for someone who is calm, patient, resilient, and highly committed
• The successful candidate must be reliable, proactive, and confident working independently within a 1:1 setting
• Previous experience in SEND, autism units, specialist provision, or complex needs settings is highly desirable