SEN Teaching Assistant - Lower KS2 - ASD / SLD SEN Teaching Assistant | Lower KS2 | ASD & SLD | Challenging Behaviour | Full-Time Location: Feltham Job Type: Full-time, long-term Phase: Lower KS2 Start Date: ASAP Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Are you a confident SEN Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with ASD, SLD and challenging behaviour? A specialist school is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Lower KS2 class supporting pupils with complex learning, communication and behavioural needs. This is a role for someone who understands specialist education and is able to remain calm, consistent and assertive when supporting pupils who may display challenging or distressed behaviour. The Class You will work within a Lower KS2 ASD/SLD class, supporting pupils who require a high level of structure, consistency and individualised support. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work alongside the class teacher and wider team to help pupils access learning, communicate effectively, regulate their emotions and develop greater independence. Some pupils may display challenging behaviour, so previous experience in this area is highly desirable. Your Responsibilities As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: Support pupils with Autism (ASD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) Provide 1:1 and small-group support Support pupils displaying challenging behaviour Follow individual behaviour and support strategies Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation Help pupils access classroom learning and activities Support communication and social development Assist with transitions and changes to routine Establish clear and consistent boundaries Work closely with teachers and other professionals Support pupils during break and lunch periods Provide personal care where required Support toileting, nappy changing and feeding Maintain a calm, safe and structured classroom environment Essential ExperienceASD/SLD experience is essential. We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate previous experience working with children or young people with complex SEN. Experience of challenging behaviour is highly relevant, including experience within: Specialist SEN schools Autism provisions Primary schools Residential care Children's support services Behaviour support Social care Youth work Specialist educational settings The Right Person The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will be: Calm - able to remain composed when situations become challenging. Assertive - confident maintaining appropriate boundaries and expectations. Reliable - someone the school can depend on every day. Punctual - able to arrive ready to support pupils at the beginning of the school day. Resilient - able to work positively with pupils who have complex needs. Compassionate - understanding that challenging behaviour is often a form of communication. Flexible - willing to support pupils' wider needs, including personal care. Personal care is an important part of the role. Applicants must be comfortable supporting pupils with toileting, nappy changing, feeding and other personal-care requirements where necessary. Apply Today If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with ASD/SLD experience and are confident supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, this is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position within a specialist setting. Apply now with your CV to be considered for this Lower KS2 SEN Teaching Assistant role. Reeson Education: Reeson Education is 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 England. 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 and expects all staff to share this commitment. 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