Job Description

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (Year 1)
Location: Ealing, Southall
Job Type: Long-term, Full-time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: July 2025

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate Year 1 Teaching Assistant on behalf of a progressive and inclusive 3-form entry mainstream primary academy in Ealing. This Southall-based primary school is looking to appoint a dedicated and skilled teaching assistant with experience supporting children with special educational needs (SEN).

In this role, you will work with a high-needs autistic child on a reduced timetable, providing one-on-one support until midday. For the remainder of the day, you will assist other classes or children. The role requires a compassionate and confident TA who can build a trusting relationship with the child and assist him in managing his behaviour effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Adapt learning materials to create accessible, engaging lessons tailored to the child's unique needs.
• Implement and follow the child's Individual Education Plan (IEP) and SEN strategies to meet specific developmental and academic goals.
• Break tasks into manageable steps, using visual aids to support comprehension.
• Monitor and document behavioural patterns, applying positive reinforcement to encourage progress.
• Collaborate with the SENCO and professionals to implement behaviour intervention plans (BIPs), helping to manage and reduce challenging behaviours.
• Use de-escalation techniques such as sensory breaks and calming exercises to prevent over-stimulation.
• Establish consistent routines to provide stability and reduce anxiety.
• Support communication by utilising tools like PECS, Makaton, or AAC devices, enabling the child to express needs and preferences.
• Facilitate social interactions, modelling and prompting appropriate social behaviours with peers and adults.
• Provide emotional support to help the child manage stress and anxiety.
• Encourage social skill development, such as turn-taking, greetings, and respecting personal space.
• Promote independence by gradually encouraging the child to take on small tasks, building confidence.
• Attend to sensory needs by offering sensory breaks or resources like fidget toys to maintain focus.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant in a UK-based school.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum.
• Positive and ambitious attitude toward learning.
• Availability for full-time, long-term work starting November.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this SEN KS1 Teaching Assistant position. For more information, contact Marc Murphy at Tradewind Recruitment.