Teaching Assistant

Role: SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Newham

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm

Pay: £450 to £600 per week

We are partnering with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Newham that is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a pupil with ASD.

This is a full-time role starting as soon as possible, with the potential to continue into the next academic year.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SEND team to help the pupil access learning, build confidence and make progress both academically and socially.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with experience supporting children with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one support for a pupil with ASD across the school day

Support the pupil with learning activities, routines and transitions

Help the pupil engage with lessons, follow instructions and stay on task

Use agreed strategies to support communication, regulation and positive behaviour

Work alongside the class teacher, SENDCo and other support staff

Support the pupil during breaktimes, lunchtimes and wider school activities where needed

Observe progress and share feedback with the class teacher

Help create a safe, calm and inclusive learning environmentWhat We Are Looking For

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in an education setting

Experience supporting children with SEN, ideally ASD

A patient, calm and encouraging approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Confidence following individual support plans and behaviour strategies

A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s wellbeingWhy Horizon Teachers?

We are currently having our busiest year and are placing more teachers and support staff than ever before

Horizon Teachers can give you exposure to a wide range of roles across education

Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals

We are committed to making sure our staff are happy in their roles, as shown by our 4.8-star rated Google reviewsOperam Education Group includes Provide Education, Teachers UK, Provision Recruitment, The Education Specialists, First for Education, Horizon Teachers and Key Stage Teacher Supply.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you will need an enhanced DBS check, and we will need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent