Location: Enfield, London
Salary: £90–£100 per day
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start Date: 8 September 2026
Key Stages: KS3, KS4 and KS5
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Help Young People with Autism Thrive at Secondary School
Teach Now is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with a strong understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for a long-term secondary-school role in Enfield.
This position would suit someone who understands that successful autism support is not simply about helping a pupil complete a task. It is about creating consistency, reducing barriers to learning and helping young people develop the communication, confidence and independence they need to succeed in secondary education.
You may work with individual pupils and small groups across KS3, KS4 and KS5, supporting both academic learning and the wider demands of secondary-school life.
What You’ll Be Doing
Providing targeted one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with ASD
Helping pupils understand lesson expectations and break down complex tasks
Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
Using visual resources, structured routines and individual support strategies
Preparing pupils for changes to lessons, teachers or daily routines
Supporting sensory needs and helping pupils access appropriate regulation strategies
Encouraging independence rather than creating unnecessary reliance on adult support
Working closely with subject teachers, the SENCO and wider inclusion team
Supporting pupils during transitions and less structured parts of the school day
Recording progress, concerns and successful strategies accurately
What We’re Looking For
You should have:
Previous experience supporting children or young people with autism
Experience in a secondary school, SEN provision or comparable setting
A good understanding of autism and neurodiversity
Calm and consistent behaviour-management skills
Strong communication and relationship-building ability
The confidence to support pupils across different secondary subjects
A professional, patient and adaptable approach
The right to work in the UK
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
Suitable professional references covering recent experience
Experience with PECS, visual communication systems, sensory regulation, social communication programmes or additional learning difficulties would be advantageous.
What the School Can Offer
A knowledgeable and supportive SEND department
Clear individual support plans and established routines
Opportunities to work closely with specialist professionals
Experience across KS3, KS4 and potentially sixth form
A long-term role where you can build meaningful relationships with pupils
Valuable professional development for anyone pursuing a career in SEND, education or psychology
Salary determined according to relevant experience, qualifications and the requirements of the placement.
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance
Salary description
£90.00 - £100.00 per day