Job Description

ASD Teaching Assistant – SEN School, Lewisham | Immediate Start | Long-Term Position

***ASD Teaching Assistant required for a specialist SEN school in Lewisham

***Immediate and September start available

***Long-term ASD Teaching Assistant role opportunity

***ASD Teaching Assistant must have experience supporting pupils with ASD

***ASD Teaching Assistant required to work on a 1:1 basis and within small class groups

***ASD Teaching Assistant must have experience supporting children with additional needs is essential

***Team Teach training is desirable for this ASD Teaching Assistant role

The Role – ASD Teaching Assistant

A dedicated and compassionate ASD Teaching Assistant is required to join a well-established SEN school in Lewisham on a long-term basis. This rewarding ASD Teaching Assistant role involves supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping them access learning, develop social skills, and achieve positive outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.

As an ASD Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and therapists to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of learning and communication needs. You will support students on a 1:1 basis as well as in small group settings, using individualised strategies to encourage engagement, independence, and emotional regulation. Previous experience working with children or young people with ASD and special educational needs is essential.

The School – ASD Teaching Assistant

This specialist SEN school in Lewisham provides high-quality education and support for pupils with a range of complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. The school offers a structured, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Staff work collaboratively to create personalised learning experiences that meet the individual needs of each student. With a strong focus on communication, life skills, emotional wellbeing, and academic progress, the school is committed to helping pupils build confidence and develop the skills they need for future success.

Apply Now

If you are a passionate and dedicated ASD Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity within a specialist SEN school in Lewisham, we would love to hear from you.

For more information about this role, please contact Katie at Education First Recruitment