Early Years ASD Teaching Assistant

Harrow, North West London
£110 - £125 per day | Full-Time | Long-Term

About the Role

Long Term Futures are working with an inclusive primary school in Harrow to recruit an Early Years Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The role will involve providing targeted support within an Early Years setting, helping children develop their communication, social interaction, independence and engagement with learning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for children with ASD
• Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Encouraging learning through play-based and structured activities
• Supporting transitions, routines and changes throughout the school day
• Using visual timetables, now-and-next boards and other autism-specific strategies
• Helping pupils develop independence and confidence
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider SEND team

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting children with autism or additional needs
• Ideally has experience within Early Years
• Is patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships
• Understands the importance of routine, structure and consistency
• Is proactive and actively engages children in learning and play
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills

Experience with PECS, Makaton, Attention Autism or speech and language support would be particularly beneficial.

What's on Offer

• £110 - £125 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time, long-term position
• Supportive Early Years and SEND team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to develop specialist autism experience
• Potential for a permanent position

Why Long Term Futures?

Long Term Futures specialises in long-term and permanent education recruitment. We work closely with schools across London to connect experienced support staff with roles where they can make a genuine impact.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.