SEN Teaching Assistant – Challenging Behaviour
Location: Enfield, London
Salary: £100 – £101 per day
Job Type: Full‑time, Temporary, Long‑term
Hours: 8:15am – 3:30pm
Start Date: 1 September 2026
Overview
Teach Now is seeking a strong, experienced and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to provide full‑time 1:1 support for a child moving from Year 2 to Year 3. The child has Autism and may present with challenging behaviour, so previous ASC experience and strong behaviour management skills are essential.
Responsibilities
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a child with Autism and challenging behaviour.
- Supporting learning, communication and emotional regulation.
- Using consistent behaviour strategies and clear boundaries.
- Helping the pupil stay safe, focused and included.
- Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team.
- Encouraging independence, confidence and participation in learning.
Requirements
- Previous experience supporting children with Autism.
- Strong experience managing challenging behaviour.
- Experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, 1:1 TA or similar.
- A calm, firm, resilient and nurturing approach.
- Excellent reliability and commitment to the full working hours.
- Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for SEN support.
Benefits
- Daily pay of £100 – £101 per day.
- A full‑time, long‑term SEN Teaching Assistant role.
- Consistent hours of 8:15am – 3:30pm.
- A supportive primary school environment.
- Valuable experience in KS2, Autism support and challenging behaviour.
- Ongoing support from Teach Now throughout your placement.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
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