At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 support for a non-verbal Year 9 student with Autism.
- Company: Supportive mainstream secondary school in Mile End, East London.
- Benefits: Full-time, term time only, with potential for permanent position.
- Other info: Join a strong multi-disciplinary team with excellent transport links.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a student's life and help them thrive.
- Qualifications: Experience supporting non-verbal students with Autism is essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 33483 £ per year.
1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant – Autism & Non‑Verbal Support
Full Time | Long Term | Term Time Only | Mile End, East London
Do you have experience supporting non‑verbal students with Autism? This one's for you. A mainstream secondary school in Mile End is looking for a dedicated 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support a Year 9 student with Autism who is non‑verbal. Full time, long term, term time only – starting September, with the potential to go permanent.
You'll be the consistent, trusted presence this student relies on every single day. Working within a supportive mainstream secondary, you will help them access learning, communicate, and thrive.
The Role – What You Need To Know
- Location: Mile End, East London
- Start Date: September
- Hours: Full time | Long term | Term time only
- Position: 1:1 support – Year 9 student, Autism, non‑verbal
You’ll Be Doing This Every Day
- 1:1 Autism support for a non‑verbal Year 9 student throughout the full school day
- Implementing EHCP targets and contributing to the student’s progress
- Collaborating with teachers, the SENCO, therapists, and parents
- Supporting sensory regulation, emotional wellbeing, and social development
You’ll Need This to Apply
- Direct experience supporting students with Autism – essential
- Experience with non‑verbal students and communication strategies – highly desirable
- Previous 1:1 experience, ideally in a secondary setting
- A calm, consistent, and compassionate approach
- Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check
Not essential but a bonus: Makaton qualification, PECS training, experience with EHCPs.
Safeguarding
This post involves direct, daily 1:1 contact with a child and constitutes regulated activity relevant to children. An enhanced DBS check and full reference verification will be completed prior to appointment. All applicants must be committed to upholding the school’s safeguarding policy and statutory guidance.
What’s In It For You
- Full time, long term, term time only – consistency and stability
- September start with time to properly prepare
- Supportive school with strong SENCO and multi‑disciplinary team
- Real potential to go permanent
- Mile End – Zone 2, Central line, excellent transport links
TLSA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all roles are subject to the usual safeguarding checks. The post carries the safeguarding responsibilities outlined in the job description and person specification.
1:1 SEND TA in London employer: senploy
Join a supportive mainstream secondary school in Mile End, East London, where you will play a vital role as a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant for a non-verbal student with Autism. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our collaborative work culture, offering opportunities to develop your skills alongside a dedicated SENCO and multi-disciplinary team. Enjoy the stability of a full-time, term-time only position with excellent transport links, making it an ideal environment for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in education.
