Job Description
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Brent – Immediate Start
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with a strong understanding of Autism, communication difficulties and sensory needs?
Ribbons & Reeves are recruiting a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Brent, supporting a Year 5 pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and significant communication, attention and sensory needs.
This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an experienced class teacher, providing consistent support to help a pupil develop confidence, communication and independence.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant | Key Details
- Immediate start, long-term position
- Full-time, term-time only
- Supportive primary school in Brent
- Dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil with ASD
- Trial day available for suitable candidates
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant | The Role
- Build a positive relationship with the pupil, ensuring he feels safe, understood and supported
- Use visual prompts, simple instructions and structured routines to support communication and understanding
- Encourage engagement through sensory activities, movement and visual stimulation
- Support emotional regulation, responding calmly to frustration and communication difficulties
- Promote independence, confidence and participation in classroom activities
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant | Requirements
- Previous experience supporting children with Autism and communication needs strongly preferred
- Understanding of sensory processing differences, emotional regulation and individual support strategies
- Experience using visual timetables, communication aids or structured activities
- Calm, patient and proactive approach with strong relationship-building skills
- Reliable and able to commit to a long-term school placement
If you have practical Autism support experience and want to make a meaningful difference to a pupil's school experience, apply today with your CV.
Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant in Brent. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role.
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