At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a young child with autism in their learning journey and daily activities.
- Company: Rising Hope Education, a nurturing and inclusive primary school in East London.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, full-time hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and potential long-term position.
- Why this job: Be a vital part of a child's development and communication skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with autism or SEND is a plus, but empathy and willingness to learn are key.
The predicted salary is between 18615 - 22000 £ per year.
Rising Hope Education is looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support a young child with autism within Year 1 at an inclusive mainstream primary school in East London.
Location: Bethnal Green
Pay: £93-£113 per day, depending on experience
Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday
Start: 1 September 2026
Contract: Full academic year, with potential to continue
The child is currently pre-verbal and communicates and engages through a variety of methods, including visual cards, music, familiar routines and interaction with trusted adults. They are energetic and require somebody who understands that communication goes far beyond spoken language. Behaviour is generally well managed. This isn’t a role centred around significant aggression or crisis behaviour. Instead, you’ll be helping the child communicate, regulate, engage with their environment and gradually access more of their school day.
The right person
We’re looking for somebody who is warm and nurturing but able to provide structure, boundaries and consistency. Experience in any of the following would be particularly valuable:
- Autism / ASC
- Pre-verbal or non-speaking children
- PECS or visual communication
- Attention Autism
- Sensory regulation
- Speech, language and communication needs
- Early Years or KS1 SEND
- EHCP-led support
You don’t need experience in every area. More important is your ability to observe, learn and understand what a child may be communicating through their behaviour. This is an opportunity to work consistently with one child and see the impact of your support develop throughout an entire academic year.
Before starting, we can arrange an informal school visit to meet the Deputy Headteacher or a Microsoft Teams conversation with SLT. The position starts 1 September and will run for the full academic year, with strong potential to continue longer term.
1:1 Autism TA - Year 1 employer: Rising Hope Education Ltd
Rising Hope Education Ltd is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. Located in Dagenham, the company offers personalized training and ample opportunities for career development, ensuring that employees can grow both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of children with SEND needs. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration, Rising Hope Education Ltd is committed to creating a rewarding workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered.
