SEN Teaching Assistant

ASD Specialist Primary School

Milk Education | Hillingdon, London | On-site Full-time | Term-time

The Role

Milk Education is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist ASD primary school in Hillingdon. This role suits someone who already understands the realities of SEND education and is confident supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a structured school environment.

This is a day-to-day role initially, with strong potential to progress into a long-term or permanent position for the right person.

The School

This is a purpose-built specialist primary school for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The setting is calm, structured, and highly supportive, with a strong focus on communication, emotional regulation, and independence.

You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team including specialist teachers, therapists, and SEN professionals, working together to create consistent, low-arousal learning environments.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting pupils with ASD across EYFS and Primary

Providing 1:1 and small group support throughout the school day

Using visual communication tools including:

Visual timetables

Now/Next boards

Social stories

Task breakdowns

Supporting communication using PECS, Makaton, and visual systems

Assisting pupils with sensory regulation, movement breaks, and sensory tools

Supporting emotional wellbeing and behaviour regulation

Assisting with personal care where required

Supporting transitions and maintaining predictable routines

Working closely with teachers to adapt learning materials

Following safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times

Experience & Requirements

Previous experience working with children or young people with ASD and/or complex needs

Experience within a school, specialist provision, PRU, or SEND setting

Confidence supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups

Familiarity with visual communication systems (PECS, Makaton, visual schedules) is highly desirable

Calm, patient, and emotionally resilient approach

Strong understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries

Ability to follow structured routines and low-arousal approaches

Why Apply?

Work in a high-quality specialist ASD setting

Join a supportive, experienced SEND team

Access ongoing training and CPD

Clear opportunities for long-term or permanent placement

Make a genuine, daily impact on children who need consistency and understanding

Benefits (via Milk Education)

Competitive daily pay

Fast and straightforward registration

Flexible working options

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