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SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism Specialist Provision (All-Through School)
Location: Hackney, East London
Start date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: 95-115 per day (dependent on experience)
We are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for a specialist autism provision within an all-through school in Hackney. This is a full-time, long-term role starting January 2026, supporting autistic pupils from EYFS through to Post-16.
You'll be working in small, structured classes, helping pupils to access learning, develop independence and regulate their emotions throughout the school day.
The role:
- Full-time, long-term TA role in a specialist autism setting
- Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups across different key stages
- Following EHCP targets and individual learning plans
- Using visual supports, clear routines and structured activities
- Supporting emotional regulation, communication and sensory needs
- Assisting with personal care and life-skills where required
- Working closely with teachers, therapists and wider support staff
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience supporting children or young people with autism/ASC or other SEND
(school, residential care, youth work, play schemes or similar)
- Is calm, patient and resilient, with a genuine interest in SEN
- Can build positive relationships and follow support plans consistently
- Is comfortable with personal care and supporting sensory regulation
- Can commit Monday-Friday, term time, from January 2026
- Has the right to work in the UK and is willing to complete/hold an enhanced DBS
What's on offer:
- A long-term role in a highly specialist, supportive environment
- The opportunity to work across age groups in an all-through provision
- Ongoing support from a specialist SEND consultant
- Competitive daily rate of 95-115, dependent on experience
Safeguarding:
All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
