ASD Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant – ASD Specialism

Location:

Southwark, South East London

Pay: £95 - £115 per day

Start Date:

ASAP / September 2026

Contract:

Full-time, Long-term (with potential for a permanent position)

Vocational Recruitment is working in partnership with a specialist SEND school in Southwark to appoint a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This is a full-time, long-term position supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, with a particular focus on Autism. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to provide tailored support that enables pupils to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

Previous experience working with children with Autism is highly desirable, alongside excellent communication skills, patience, resilience, and a nurturing approach.

This specialist SEND school in Southwark provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment for pupils with Autism and additional learning needs.

The school offers:

• A highly supportive and experienced leadership team
• A strong commitment to pupil wellbeing and personalised learning
• Access to specialist resources and intervention programmes
• A collaborative approach involving teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Ongoing training and development opportunities for all staff

The school is committed to helping every pupil develop confidence, independence, and the skills needed to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction
• Assist teachers in delivering personalised learning activities
• Implement strategies outlined in EHCPs and support plans
• Encourage engagement, independence, and positive behaviour
• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual learning needs
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents, and external professionals
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all pupils at all times

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with Autism (essential)
• Experience working within a SEND setting (desirable)
• Knowledge of Autism and associated communication needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

• A welcoming and supportive SEND school environment
• Ongoing training and specialist SEND development opportunities
• Support from experienced teachers, therapists, and senior leaders
• Excellent resources and specialist facilities
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with additional needs