Sen Teaching Assistant

Full time teaching assistant role - ASAP start - Shepherd's Bush* Location: Shepherd’s Bush, W12 Start Date: ASAP Role: SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 (Reception, Pre‑Verbal ASD) and classroom support in reception class Contract: Full‑time, long term until July 2026 initially Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm Pay: Up to £120 per day We are working with a welcoming mainstream primary school in Shepherd’s Bush (W12) who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Reception‑aged child with pre‑verbal ASD. The pupil is currently on a reduced timetable, currently only in school in the morning for an hour or two, so after she leaves for the day you will support the Reception Class as a general teaching assistant. PAID TRIAL DAY ASAP Key Responsibilities: * Provide 1:1 support for a Reception‑aged child with pre‑verbal ASD * Support communication through visuals, modelling, and sensory‑appropriate approaches * Assist with emotional regulation and sensory needs * Help the child access early learning activities and routines * Once the pupil leaves (reduced timetable), support other pupils with needs and assist in the wider class * Work with the class teacher and SEN staff to implement personalised strategies * Create a warm, predictable, and nurturing environment About You: * Experience supporting pupils with ASD, especially pre‑verbal or high‑needs profiles * Confident working in Reception or EYFS settings * Patient, calm, and consistent in approach * Able to use (or willing to learn) alternative communication strategies * Proactive, reliable, and committed to long‑term SEN support * Available full‑time to start ASAP