Nursery Teaching Assistant

Nursery Teaching Assistant (1:1 Autism Support) | Barnet, North London | September 2026 Start

Location: Barnet, London
Salary: £90–£100 per day
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Salary is based on experience and qualifications. Higher rates apply to candidates with significant experience and/or relevant training. Pay is set in line with school requirements and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

Are you an experienced Nursery Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to provide 1:1 support for a nursery-aged child with autism within a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Barnet.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference during a childs crucial early years of education, helping them develop confidence, communication skills, and independence within a nurturing learning environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide consistent 1:1 support for a nursery pupil with ASD.
• Support the childs learning, communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Implement strategies to manage transitions and changes in routine.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques when required.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and parents to support the childs development.
• Create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

Requirements
• Previous experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Experience working with nursery-aged or Early Years children.
• Strong understanding of autism, sensory needs, and communication differences.
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach to supporting challenging behaviours.
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Benefits
• Full-time, long-term opportunity with a permanent contract.
• Competitive daily rate of £90–£100.
• Supportive leadership team and inclusive school environment.
• Valuable SEN and Early Years experience.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a childs educational journey.

If you have the experience, dedication, and enthusiasm to support a young child with ASD in achieving their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.