Primary SEND Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Southwark, London |
| Area | South East London, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Primary Education - Key Stage 1 |
| Salary | £95 - £115 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | leon3425_1765798374 |
| Job Views | 17 |
- Description
SEND Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary (ASD Focus) Location: South East London Start Date: January 2026 Pay: £95 - £115 per day
Veritas Education is proud to be supporting a welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school with a dedicated SEND provision, who are seeking an experienced and committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from January 2026.
This OFSTED-rated 'Good' school is recognised for its strong inclusive ethos and commitment to meeting the needs of pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other additional needs. Working within the school's SEND provision, you will support pupils in accessing learning both within the provision and, where appropriate, in the mainstream classroom.
This role is ideal for a patient, resilient, and proactive individual with proven experience supporting children with ASD, who is passionate about creating a structured, nurturing, and supportive learning environment.
The Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant Will Have:
Proven experience supporting children with ASD (essential)
Experience working within a mainstream primary school SEND provision (highly desirable)
A strong understanding of autism-friendly strategies, including structured routines and visual supports
Main Responsibilities Include:
Providing targeted 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ASD
Supporting pupils to access both SEND provision-based and mainstream lessons
Implementing individual support plans and behaviour strategies
Why Work With This School?
A supportive and collaborative staff team with a strong focus on inclusion
Experienced leadership and SENCO support
Access to excellent CPD and autism-specific training opportunities
How to Apply: If you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant with a strong background supporting pupils with ASD, and you are looking to make a meaningful impact within a mainstream primary SEND provision, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Veritas Education for more information on 020 3026 6150.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
