Autism Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 14 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £95 to £120 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 August 2025 |
| Location: | Lewisham, London |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 183774 |
Summary
Location: Lewisham, South East London
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Pay Rate: £95 - £115 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time | Term-time only
A well-resourced and supportive secondary SEN school in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated Autism Teaching Assistant to work within its specialist SEN units. You'll be supporting students aged 11-18 with Autism, Global Developmental Delay, ADHD, and physical disabilities.
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Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex needs
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex needs
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Assist with personal care and mobility where required
Assist with personal care and mobility where required
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Support students with communication, emotional regulation, and classroom engagement
Support students with communication, emotional regulation, and classroom engagement
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Work closely with SEN teachers and therapists to implement EHCP targets
Work closely with SEN teachers and therapists to implement EHCP targets
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Use specialist tools such as PECS, Makaton, or sensory strategies (training can be provided)
Use specialist tools such as PECS, Makaton, or sensory strategies (training can be provided)
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Maintain a calm, consistent presence in class and around the school
Maintain a calm, consistent presence in class and around the school
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Previous experience working with students with autism and complex needs
Previous experience working with students with autism and complex needs
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Confidence supporting children with physical disabilities and personal care
Confidence supporting children with physical disabilities and personal care
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A calm, patient and proactive approach to supporting behaviour and learning
A calm, patient and proactive approach to supporting behaviour and learning
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An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
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A genuine passion for SEN and inclusive education
A genuine passion for SEN and inclusive education
This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist team and make a lasting impact in a rewarding educational environment.
To apply, please send your updated CV to Remedy Education toda
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Pay Rate: £95 - £115 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time | Term-time only
A well-resourced and supportive secondary SEN school in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated Autism Teaching Assistant to work within its specialist SEN units. You'll be supporting students aged 11-18 with Autism, Global Developmental Delay, ADHD, and physical disabilities.
-
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex needs
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex needs
-
Assist with personal care and mobility where required
Assist with personal care and mobility where required
-
Support students with communication, emotional regulation, and classroom engagement
Support students with communication, emotional regulation, and classroom engagement
-
Work closely with SEN teachers and therapists to implement EHCP targets
Work closely with SEN teachers and therapists to implement EHCP targets
-
Use specialist tools such as PECS, Makaton, or sensory strategies (training can be provided)
Use specialist tools such as PECS, Makaton, or sensory strategies (training can be provided)
-
Maintain a calm, consistent presence in class and around the school
Maintain a calm, consistent presence in class and around the school
-
Previous experience working with students with autism and complex needs
Previous experience working with students with autism and complex needs
-
Confidence supporting children with physical disabilities and personal care
Confidence supporting children with physical disabilities and personal care
-
A calm, patient and proactive approach to supporting behaviour and learning
A calm, patient and proactive approach to supporting behaviour and learning
-
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
-
A genuine passion for SEN and inclusive education
A genuine passion for SEN and inclusive education
This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist team and make a lasting impact in a rewarding educational environment.
To apply, please send your updated CV to Remedy Education toda