1:1 Autism Teaching Assistant
Primary School (Early Years)
Location: Barnet
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Full-Time | Term-Time Only (Temp to Perm contract)
Salary: £93 - £100 per day (PAYE)
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people?
Do you have the confidence, empathy and resilience to support students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs?
We are looking for a dedicated 121 Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic and nurturing team, to work with Year 3 pupils with a diagnosis of Autism.
What You'll Do:
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Provide 1:1 support to an Autistic student, will function on an early years level
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Use a nurturing, empathetic approach to build trusting relationships
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Support students across the curriculum in class and in interventions
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Help young people manage behaviour and develop coping strategies
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Take ownership and accountability for the progress and well-being of your key pupils
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Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external agencies
What We’re Looking For:
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Experience working with young people with SEMH needs or behavioural challenges
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Confidence in supporting students within a secondary curriculum setting
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A calm, patient and emotionally resilient individual
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to de-escalate situations effectively
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A team player who is passionate about promoting positive change in young lives
This is a rewarding role where every day is different and every interaction matters. If you’re ready to be a consistent, caring adult for students who need it most, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for more information.
Please get in touch with Jamie at Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk