SEN Teaching Assistant - ASD Location: Lewisham, London, England Pay: £93–£105 per day, depending on qualifications and experience. Start date: 23 November 2026; immediate start available Contract: Full-time, temporary, long-term. Hours: Monday to Friday during term time, Exact hours agreed before placement. About the role Transparency Education is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant for an autism support opportunity in Lewisham. You will help pupils with autism (ASD) access learning, communicate preferences and become more confident with school routines. You will take time to understand each pupil’s communication style and sensory needs. The role calls for clear, consistent support that removes barriers while encouraging pupils to do more for themselves. Key responsibilities Use agreed visual resources and modelling to clarify instructions. Prepare pupils for transitions and support sensory or regulation breaks. Encourage independent responses and share progress with teachers and the SENCO. Requirements To be eligible for this role and the stated pay, applicants must have: Experience supporting autistic children or young people. Understanding of processing time, sensory differences and individual communication needs. A patient approach and confidence working consistently from support plans. Appropriate qualifications and training for the responsibilities of the post. Higher rates reflect substantial relevant experience and/or training, such as a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent where relevant. Pay follows school expectations and AWR, where applicable. What the role offers Support meaningful participation by helping pupils feel understood and prepared for what comes next. Why Transparency Education? We support teachers and school support staff through attentive service and professional development, offering: A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance. A £150 refer-a-friend reward once your referred candidate has worked and been paid for their first 10 days. Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), including equal pay treatment where applicable. Access to a wide range of CPD through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. Apply today Apply with your CV and details of autism-support approaches you have used in education or care. Email or call (phone number removed). Please include your earliest available start date. If you are not contacted within two working days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We will retain your CV to help you find other education opportunities. Safer recruitment Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We promote equality, challenge discrimination and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, references, right-to-work and appropriate safer recruitment checks