Autism Teaching Assistant - Harrow

Autism Teaching Assistant 
Location: Pinner, Harrow, North West London
Salary: £90 – £110 per day (PAYE only)
Job Type: Full-time | Long-term (Temp to Perm)
Start Date: ASAP

We are recruiting an Autism Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEN school in Pinner, Harrow, supporting autistic pupils across primary and secondary age groups. This is a specialist autism support role suited to candidates seeking a long-term position within SEND education, rather than a general classroom Teaching Assistant role.

School Overview

• Specialist SEN school supporting autistic children and young people

• Pupils across primary and secondary age ranges

• Small class sizes with high staff-to-pupil ratios

• Pupils may be non-verbal, sensory-sensitive or experience anxiety

• Autism-informed practice embedded throughout the school

• Use of visual timetables, sensory integration and regulation strategies

• Multidisciplinary teams including therapists and autism specialists

• Strong focus on emotional wellbeing and regulation alongside learning

Role Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for autistic pupils

• Support sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing

• Assist communication using PECS, Makaton, AAC and visual supports

• Support pupils with routines, transitions and structured activities

• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and therapy teams

• Encourage independence, confidence and communication

• Support personal care when required, with training provided

Suitable Backgrounds

• Psychology, education or child development graduates

• SEN Teaching Assistants or Autism Support Assistants

• Learning Support Assistants, support workers or youth workers

• Individuals with lived or personal experience of autism or SEND

• Candidates seeking long-term careers within SEN schools or autism provision

Candidate Requirements

• Genuine interest in autism and neurodiversity

• Understanding that behaviour is a form of communication

• Calm, patient and emotionally intelligent approach

• Consistent, adaptable and reflective working style

• Willingness to engage in specialist SEN training

• Ability to commit to a long-term role

What Parker Smith Inclusion Offers

• Specialist, ethical SEND-focused recruitment consultancy

• PAYE only with no umbrella companies

• Long-term and permanent SEN opportunities

• Transparent pay and honest guidance

• Ongoing support and career progression within SEND education

Apply now or contact Daniel at Parker Smith Inclusion to discuss this Autism Teaching Assistant job in Pinner, Harrow.

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