Job Description

Apex Education Recruitment are seeking a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join the Additional Resource Provision (ARP) of a welcoming Primary School in Romford. The ARP supports children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and we are looking for someone who brings patience, creativity, and genuine enthusiasm to the role.

To start as soon as possible – Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm (Term time only)

Special Need Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Supporting children with ASD within the ARP
• Using a proactive, fun and engaging approach to learning
• Being firm but fair, helping 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 & 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 enhanced DBS and full compliance for working with children. xbpsjku

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