Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about helping children and young people with autism thrive? We’re looking for Teaching Assistants to join a specialist autism school in West London that uses ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) and Verbal Behaviour to give every pupil a structured, personalised programme.

This is ideal if you have experience with ASD, or you’re a psychology graduate keen to build a career in autism, behaviour or education.

What you’ll be doing

Supporting pupils with ASD on a 1:1 or small group basis, across primary and secondary
Following each pupil’s individual ABA programme consistently
Using reinforcement, prompting and visual supports to build communication and independence
Recording data accurately to track each pupil’s progress
Supporting personal care with dignity where needed
Working closely with teachers and therapists as part of a supportive team
What we’re looking for

Experience supporting children or young people with ASD, in a school, ABA programme, care or home setting
ABA, Verbal Behaviour, PECS or Makaton experience is a big plus
A degree in Psychology, Education or a related subject is desirable
A calm, patient and consistent approach
Willingness to learn and follow a structured approach exactly
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply
Why work with Principal Education

A dedicated SEND consultant who has worked solely in SEN and knows the school
Full preparation before your first day, so you know exactly how the school works
Weekly pay and support throughout your placement
Real routes into long term and permanent roles, with candidates already moving into January contracts
If you want a role where you can see real progress in the children you support every single day, apply now or call Daanish on (phone number removed)