ASD 1:1 Specialist TA

Overview

In this full-time role in Newham, you will support children and young people with Autism/ASD in and beyond the classroom. You will help with daily routines, transitions, and emotional regulation while using clear communication to foster independence and confidence. You work within a specialist setting, contributing to a safeguarding-focused environment and ongoing training. This temporary position may lead to permanence, and you’ll be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to the welfare and development of SEND students.

Pay / Benefits

• free online safeguarding training
• statutory holiday pay included (12.07%)
• DBS check processing and DBS Update Service support
• potential extension to permanent role

Responsibilities

• Support students through daily routines and transitions
• Use clear and consistent communication strategies
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students
• Encourage independence, confidence, and emotional regulation in learners
• Support students both inside and outside the classroom

Key requirements

• appropriate qualifications and training for this role
• enhanced DBS check and DBS Update Service
• safeguarding training (online)

• clear communication
• relationship-building
• empathy and compassion
• consistency and reliability
• patience

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