SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Autism (ASD) Base

Location: Sutton, South London
Hours: 33.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Long-term agency role with the potential to become permanent
Start Date: Late November / Early December 2026

TimePlan Education - Teaching Assistant Required in Sutton

TimePlan Education is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Sutton that is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join its specialist Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Base.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and committed individual who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential. The position is offered on a long-term agency basis, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will work across the school's specialist ASD provision and mainstream classrooms, supporting students with their learning, communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the school's SEND team to provide tailored support for students with autism. You will help create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment where every student is encouraged to develop their independence and confidence.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing individualised support for students with ASD in specialist and mainstream settings.

Following Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual support plans.

Using visual timetables, sensory strategies and structured learning activities to support engagement.

Promoting positive behaviour and supporting emotional regulation through calm, consistent approaches.

Using appropriate de-escalation strategies to manage challenging situations safely.

Supporting teachers with differentiated learning activities and classroom preparation.

Monitoring students' progress and contributing to reports and EHCP annual reviews.

Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENDCo, parents/carers and external professionals.

Promoting safeguarding, wellbeing, inclusion and positive relationships throughout the school.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience supporting children or young people with autism, ideally within a school or care setting.

Understands autism-specific strategies, sensory needs and visual supports.

Has a calm, patient, empathetic and resilient approach.

Can support students with behavioural, communication and emotional regulation needs.

Has strong communication and teamwork skills.

Has experience with positive behaviour support or is willing to undertake relevant training, such as Team-Teach.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Is proactive, creative and passionate about helping students succeed.

Why Apply Through TimePlan Education?

Long-term agency opportunity with the potential to become permanent.

The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with additional needs.

The opportunity to develop your experience within a specialist ASD provision in a mainstream secondary school.

Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant throughout the application process.

Apply Today!

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting students with autism and additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or email your CV to to discuss this opportunity with TimePlan Education.

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

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