Special Needs Teaching Assistant

23 Days Old

Specialist Teaching Assistant (SLCN) - Autism Support
Shepherd's Bush, London
Full-time | Long-term role
£85-£105 per day (depending on experience)

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Shepherd's Bush. This is a full-time, long-term role supporting a non-verbal child with autism, starting as soon as possible.

The Role

Provide tailored one-to-one support for a non-verbal child with autism.

Use specialist strategies to promote communication, interaction, and engagement.

Implement Speech and Language Therapy programmes in collaboration with external specialists.

Support the child's learning, social development, and emotional well-being within the classroom and during wider school activities.

Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and parents to ensure consistent, targeted support.

About You

Proven experience supporting children with autism and SLCN, ideally with non-verbal pupils.

Knowledge of communication approaches such as PECS, Makaton, AAC, or visual supports (desirable).

Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a nurturing approach.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff, families, and professionals.

A genuine passion for helping children thrive and achieve their potential.

We Offer

A supportive and collaborative school team.

Long-term stability in a rewarding role.

Competitive daily pay: £85-£105 per day.

Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child's educational journey.

If you are an experienced SLCN Teaching Assistant with a strong background in supporting non-verbal children with autism, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to secure this rewarding long-term role in Shepherd's Bush.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07
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Location:
Shepherd's Bush Green
Salary:
£85 - £105 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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