Teaching Assistant – Full-Time Role (ASD Support)
Location: Camden, London
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only, 08:30-16:00pm
Start Date: September 2025 – July 2026
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant for year 1 to join our vibrant primary school in Camden, working specifically within our specialist Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) unit. This full-time role involves supporting children with ASD in both 1:1 and small group settings, helping them to access learning and thrive within the school environment.
The ideal candidate will be patient, adaptable, and passionate about inclusive education. You will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to deliver tailored support that meets each child’s individual needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide individualised support to pupils with ASD
Assist in implementing EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) targets
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and therapists
Foster a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
Support children with social communication, emotional regulation, and daily routines
Inclusive and welcoming primary school located in Wembley
Features a dedicated ASD unit supporting children across Early Years and Key Stages
Focused on creating a nurturing environment where all children can thrive
High expectations for all learners, including those with additional needs
The ASD unit offers a structured, supportive setting tailored to the needs of pupils with autism
Staffed by a collaborative, experienced team of educators and support professionals
Committed to child-centred, inclusive education and ongoing professional development
If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Davie at davie@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.
Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.
The role advertised is for temporary supply work.
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