ASD Teaching Assistant

ASD Teaching Assistant

Location

Lewisham, South East London

Pay

£95-£115 per day

Start Date

As soon as possible

We are working with a supportive school in Lewisham, seeking a dedicated ASD Teaching Assistant to support pupils with autism. This is a rewarding role for someone patient, consistent and confident supporting children with additional needs in a structured environment.

You will be supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them to access learning, manage sensory needs and develop communication and independence skills.

The Role

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Support pupils with autism in the classroom

Support pupils with autism in the classroom

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Provide 1

1 and small group support

Provide 1

1 and small group support

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Assist with communication using visuals, PECS or other strategies

Assist with communication using visuals, PECS or other strategies

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Support emotional regulation and behaviour

Support emotional regulation and behaviour

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Help maintain clear routines and structure

Help maintain clear routines and structure

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Support personal care where required

Support personal care where required

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Work closely with teachers and the SEN team

Work closely with teachers and the SEN team

The Ideal Candidate Will

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Have experience supporting children with ASD (school or care background)

Have experience supporting children with ASD (school or care background)

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Be calm, patient and reliable

Be calm, patient and reliable

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Understand sensory needs and structured routines

Understand sensory needs and structured routines

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Be confident supporting behaviour and emotional needs

Be confident supporting behaviour and emotional needs

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Be comfortable with personal care if required

Be comfortable with personal care if required

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Work well as part of a team

Work well as part of a team

This is a great opportunity to join a school where your support will make a genuine difference.

Apply today to be considered for this ASD Teaching Assistant role in Lewisham.