SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD)

SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD)
Location: Southwark, London
Start Date: 1 September 2026
Contract: Full-time | Temporary | Long-term
Salary: £92.56 - £105 per day
Hours: Monday-Friday, Term Time Only
Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are available for candidates with extensive SEN experience and relevant training. Pay is determined in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

We're recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a highly supportive primary school in Southwark that places inclusion at the centre of everything it does. You'll work closely with pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder, helping them develop academically, socially and emotionally within a structured, positive environment.
Whether supporting classroom learning, communication or sensory needs, your contribution will play a vital role in every child's success.

The school
This modern, inclusive primary school has invested heavily in its SEND provision and is proud of its collaborative staff culture. You'll be joining a welcoming team who genuinely value every member of staff.

Main duties
• Support pupils with ASD throughout the school day.
• Deliver personalised interventions.
• Promote communication and independence.
• Assist with EHCP targets.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and families.
• Work alongside teachers and therapists where appropriate.

Requirements
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism or SEND.
• Understanding of inclusive education.
• Calm, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply.
• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits
• Excellent SEND training.
• Supportive leadership team.
• Modern facilities.
• Long-term stability.
• Dedicated consultant from Teach Now throughout your placement.

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.