Job Description

Recruiting for a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join the team of a welcoming Primary School in Romford working with KS1/KS2 children.

For the role you will be supporting children with ASD, and we are looking for someone who brings patience, creativity and genuine enthusiasm to the role.

September 2026 - Monday to Friday, 8.30am 3.30pm (Term time only)

Special Need Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Supporting KS1/KS2 children.
• Using a proactive, fun and engaging approach to learning.
• Being firm but fair, helping the children understand routines and expectations.
• Assisting with sensory activities, regulation strategies and learning tasks.
• Delivering structured interventions such as Lego Therapy
• Working closely with teachers and SENCO
• Helping children build confidence, independence and communication skills.

We would love to hear from you if you are:

• Caring, calm and patient, with a positive attitude
• A great team player who communicates well with staff and children
• Able to build trust and encourage progress
• Experienced in working with children with ASD or other SEN needs
• Familiar with Lego Therapy and sensory-based support (desirable)
• Comfortable supporting behaviour in a nurturing but structured way

Apex Education Recruitment offer:

• A full face-to-face interview to ascertain your skills, experience and understand the right role for you.
• Over 300 training courses for all workers
• Competitive Monthly pay with additional Holiday pay
• On going support from the schools & Apex team who are teachers with over 20 years school based recruitment experience.

If you are interested in Special Needs Teaching Assistant Role, please call us for a discussion or apply with your CV and a covering letter.

This post is subject to a face-to-face interview, vetting checks including full compliance for working with children.

We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all.

We adhere to 'Safer Recruitment of Children guidance and all staff are fully trained.

Apex Education Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer