Job Description

SEND TA role at Outstanding Specialist Provision in Ealing!

Position:

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location:

Ealing, West London

Start Date:

Immediate

Salary:

90- 105 per day

Contract Type:

Full-time | Term-Time Only

Hours:

8:30am - 4:00pm

Support Pupils with Autism in a Specialist Setting That Values Every Individual

We're working with a forward-thinking

specialist autism provision in Ealing

, seeking a skilled

SEND Teaching Assistant

to join their team. This is a full-time role supporting pupils aged 4-19 with a diagnosis of autism and a range of learning abilities. The school is fully wheelchair-accessible, well-resourced, and committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering learning environment.

You'll be working either in the main school or potentially supporting learners in their

Post-16 site

, where young people focus on life skills, independence, and tailored educational pathways.

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting autistic learners 1:1 or in small groups with differentiated tasks Helping students engage with communication, sensory integration and structured routines Assisting with personal care, transitions and calming strategies when required Working collaboratively with class teams, therapists, and parents Maintaining consistency and providing a stable, nurturing presence

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in a SEND or autism-specialist school or provision Strong knowledge of autism, PECS, visual supports, or sensory-based learning A calm and patient nature - someone who can hold space in challenging moments Confidence in using positive behaviour strategies (Team Teach training is a plus) Commitment to long-term, full-time work and a passion for inclusion
Why Apollo Education?

The chance to be part of a school based company that truly champions inclusion. Quick and simple registration Free training (manual handling, safeguarding, Autism awareness etc.) Term-time hours to suit childcare and personal commitments Gym membership and health & wellbeing perks Company pension and sick pay Referral bonuses Ongoing CPD and support from experienced consultants
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 90.00-105.00 per day

Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee mentoring programme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Transport links
Application question(s):

Please give a brief overview of any experience you may have either working, volunteering or personal with special education needs or disabilities, thank you.
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Working or volunteering with children: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

DBS (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person