SEN Teaching Assistant Hours: Monday – Friday, Full-Time, Term-Time Only Location: West Drayton Start Date: ASAP UES1 About the Role We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist independent SEN school in West Drayton, supporting children and young people with Autism (ASD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). The school provides a nurturing, structured and ambitious learning environment, with a strong focus on developing pupils' communication, independence, confidence and life skills. You will work alongside experienced teachers, therapists and specialist support staff to deliver personalised learning tailored to each pupil's individual needs and EHCP outcomes. Key Responsibilities * Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with ASD and SLD * Support personalised and differentiated learning activities * Assist pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional development * Promote independence, confidence and essential life skills * Support sensory needs and emotional regulation * Implement individual EHCP targets and support strategies * Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils * Assist with personal care where required * Work closely with teachers, therapists and the wider SEN team What We’re Looking For Essential: * Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN * Experience supporting pupils with ASD, SLD or complex learning needs * Patient, caring and adaptable approach * Confidence supporting pupils with communication and sensory needs * Strong communication and teamwork skills * Enhanced DBS on the Update Service * Right to Work in the UK Desirable: * Previous experience within a specialist SEN school * Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, AAC or alternative communication methods * Experience supporting challenging behaviour and emotional regulation * Personal care or manual handling experience * Understanding of EHCPs and individualised learning approaches What This Role Offers * ASAP start * Full-time, Monday – Friday position * Specialist independent SEN school environment * Supportive multidisciplinary team * Strong focus on communication, independence and life skills * Opportunity to develop specialist ASD and SLD experience * Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent work