SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 3 (ASD Support)
Location: Ealing, W13
Pay: 90-110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-term to permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Commutable From: Acton, Greenford, Hanwell, Shepherd's Bush, Perivale

Do you have the patience, creativity, and resilience to support children with complex communication needs?

The Role

Long Term Futures are working in partnership with a warm and inclusive primary school in Ealing to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. The school is seeking a calm, proactive individual to work with two Year 3 pupils who are both diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Both children are pre-verbal and require a structured, highly responsive approach throughout the school day.

Your role will involve a balance of one-on-one tutoring and in-class support, helping the boys engage in tailored learning tasks while managing sensory needs and transitions. While academic progress is important, your focus will also include promoting emotional regulation, attention skills, and independent learning routines.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent one-on-one support, adapting activities to the children's communication levels
• Use visual aids, structured routines and sensory strategies to reduce anxiety and increase engagement
• Apply gentle, firm behaviour management approaches during moments of dysregulation
• Assist the teacher with lesson planning and delivering small group instruction where appropriate
• Contribute to daily notes and reviews as part of ongoing progress monitoring

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting children with ASD or pre-verbal communication needs
• Familiarity with Makaton, PECS or visual timetables (preferred but not essential)
• Calm and positive approach to behaviour management
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with both staff and families
• Passion for inclusive education and supporting every child's development

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Full-time, secure work in nurturing school environments
• Free CPD including Autism Support, Communication Strategies and SEND in Practice
• Fast, weekly pay through our online timesheet system
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Our 5-Step Process

1. Submit your CV
2. Initial Call to discuss your experience
3. School Match based on your profile
4. Trial Day at the school
5. Start with full support and guidance

Contact Hugh at Long Term Futures to apply or discuss similar roles nearby.