1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Full-Time | Immediate Start (22nd June) | £100–£115 per day PAYE Rising Hope Education is seeking a compassionate, skilled and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 pupil on a full-time 1:1 basis at a welcoming primary school in Barking. This position will begin on 22nd June, continue for the remainder of the current academic year and then continue full-time throughout the entire 2026/27 academic year. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey by becoming a consistent, trusted adult and supporting them to access learning, develop communication skills, and thrive within the school environment. About the Pupil The pupil is a 7-year-old boy in Year 3 with diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and ADHD. He presents with significant needs in: * Communication and language development * Attention and engagement * Social interaction * Emotional regulation * Safety awareness He demonstrates strengths in memory, early literacy and numeracy, and responds particularly well to interest-led learning and positive relationships. The successful candidate will provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day, helping him remain regulated, safe, engaged, and able to access learning opportunities. Key Responsibilities * Provide dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day * Deliver highly structured learning activities and interventions * Support communication using visual aids and simplified language * Facilitate smooth transitions between activities and environments * Support emotional regulation through calm, consistent co-regulation strategies * Implement visual timetables, Now/Next boards, and structured routines * Work closely with teachers, SENDCOs, therapists, and parents where appropriate * Support sensory needs through planned movement and sensory breaks * Ensure the pupil's safety and wellbeing at all times * Assist with personal care and intimate care where required Essential Experience & Skills We are looking for candidates who have: ✔ Experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, and Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN) ✔ Previous experience providing 1:1 support within a school, specialist provision, or SEND setting ✔ Understanding of behaviour as communication and supporting emotional dysregulation ✔ Experience delivering structured interventions such as: * Attention Autism * Bucket Time * Intensive Interaction * Similar communication and engagement programmes ✔ Familiarity with: * TEACCH approaches * Visual timetables * Now/Next boards * Structured workstations ✔ Understanding of SCERTS, PECS, total communication approaches, or objects of reference ✔ Strong communication skills and ability to adapt language appropriately ✔ A calm, patient, and nurturing approach ✔ The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with vulnerable children Desirable Qualifications Team Teach training Autism-specific training Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification Relevant SEND qualifications First Aid training What We Offer * Competitive daily rate of £100–£115 PAYE * Full-time, long-term position * Opportunity to continue throughout the full 2026/27 academic year * Ongoing support from a specialist SEND recruitment team * Access to CPD and training opportunities * A chance to make a lasting impact on a child's life and development About Rising Hope Education At Rising Hope Education, we specialise exclusively in SEND and inclusion recruitment. We partner with schools across London and Essex to provide exceptional staff who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs. Staffing with Heart, Supporting with Purpose. To apply, please submit your CV today. Interviews and trial days will be arranged immediately for suitable candidates