Send Learning Support Assistant

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Dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant (SEND/Autism Focus) – Lower KS1, Camden

Vocational Recruitment is partnering with a thriving and inclusive Primary School in the heart of Camden to find a compassionate and skilled SEND Teaching Assistant / Learning support assistant.

This vital role focuses specifically on providing intensive, dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism in Lower Key Stage 1.

If you have a strong background in SEND support and are committed to making a profound difference to one child's education, we encourage you to apply.

This is a focused, term-time-only position designed for an individual who excels in complex support roles.

* Mainstream Primary School in Camden. Well connected by public transport

* Primarily 1:1 support for a pupil with ASD (Lower KS1).

* Monday to Friday, typically 8:30am– 4:00pm (Term-Time Only, starting January 2026).

* Full-time, Term-Time Only, with the potential for a temp-to-perm transition.

* Competitive pay rates reflecting your specialist experience.

Role Summary: You will be responsible for implementing the pupil’s Individual Education Plan (IEP), managing sensory needs and facilitating engagement with the curriculum.

Specific Requirements of the Role:

* SEND Expertise: Proven experience supporting children with Autism is essential.

* Personal Care: Applicants must be prepared to assist with personal care needs (e.g., toileting, changing) as required by the pupil.

* Experience working with younger children, Nursery/Reception, KS1 all relevant)

* Skill in using effective Behaviour Management strategies (e.g., visual timetables, PECS to support communication and positive behaviour.

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking reliable, patient, and highly skilled support .

* Previous, direct experience supporting children, ideally in an SEND or 1:1 capacity.

* Excellent ability to communicate with the pupils, parents, SENCO etc

* A commitment to working collaboratively within the school’s supportive inclusion team.

Benefits of working with VR:

* Access to certified CPD and training.

* Competitive rates paid via PAYE (no hidden umbrella fees).

* Dedicated support from your VR consultant and the high potential for this temporary role to become a permanent school contract.

* Full support provided for your mandatory enhanced DBS Check and all safer recruitment vetting.

If you are ready for this focused and immensely rewarding opportunity in Camden, please send your CV and a summary of your 1:1/Autism experience to or call us on (phone number removed)
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Location:
Camden Area
Salary:
£85 - £115 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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