Role: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Hillingdon Salary: £525–£555 per week Contract: ASAP Start | Full-Time The Role You will be working as part of a supportive team within a specialist SEN school, providing tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD). The successful candidate will be confident supporting pupils both in the classroom and throughout the wider school environment, helping them to engage with learning, develop their independence and manage their individual needs. Main Duties Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND and ASD Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and participate in classroom activities Helping pupils develop their communication, social and independence skills Providing support with emotional regulation and behaviour where required Following individual EHCP targets, support plans and behaviour strategies Working closely with teachers, therapists and other support staff Creating a calm, safe and nurturing environment for pupils Supporting pupils during lessons, break times, lunchtimes and school activities Encouraging positive relationships and promoting pupils' confidence and independence Assisting with personal care where requiredAbout You The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will: Have previous experience working with children or young people with SEND Have experience supporting pupils with Autism / ASD Be patient, calm, empathetic and resilient Have a genuine passion for working within specialist education Be confident supporting pupils with a range of needs and abilities Understand the importance of individualised support Be able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils Have excellent communication and teamwork skills Be reliable, committed and enthusiastic Be willing to learn and develop their understanding of specialist SEN provisionWhy Horizon Teachers A team of specialist education consultants and many with years of education experience We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply   We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.   As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent