Location: Morden Hours:
Hours: 8.30am–4.30pm, Monday to Thursday
Pay: £15.45–£16.53 per hour
Start Date: 1st September Long‑term | Temp to Perm | Weekly Pay
A nurturing and inclusive primary setting in Morden is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated one‑to‑one support for a 7‑year‑old pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
There is no personal care involved, but you must be comfortable supporting a primary‑aged child who benefits from consistency, patience and a calm, attuned approach throughout the school day.
This is a relationship‑centred role where your presence, communication and emotional awareness will make a genuine difference to a child’s confidence, independence and daily experience of school.
The Role
You will work closely with one pupil across the school day, supporting them in lessons, transitions, outdoor learning and social interactions. You will help them access learning, regulate emotions and build positive routines, while working collaboratively with the class teacher and SENDCo to adapt support to their individual needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the day
* Build a trusting, positive relationship that helps the child feel safe and understood
* Support learning in the classroom and during outdoor/creative activities
* Encourage communication, independence and positive peer interactions
* Assist with routines, transitions and emotional regulation
* Follow strategies outlined in the child’s support plan
* Observe progress and share insights with the teaching team
* Promote an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child can succeed
What Your First Month May Look Like
* Getting to know the child’s interests, routines and strengths
* Building trust through consistency, patience and encouragement
* Supporting classroom learning, outdoor exploration and creative projects
* Working with teachers and the SENDCo to understand the child’s support plan
* Helping the child grow in confidence with daily routines
* Celebrating moments of progress, independence and positive interaction
* Becoming a valued member of a warm, collaborative staff team
We Are Looking For Someone Who Is:
* Experienced in supporting children with Autism or additional needs
* Calm, patient, nurturing and emotionally attuned
* Observant, reflective and able to adapt their approach
* Confident communicating with children, families and colleagues
* Reliable, proactive and able to work collaboratively
* Committed to inclusive practice and child‑centred support
* Comfortable supporting a primary‑aged pupil (age 7) with ASC
* Able to maintain boundaries and provide consistent, structured support
Experience in schools, childcare, tutoring, youth work, care or residential settings is highly valued. GCSE Maths & English at Grade C (or equivalent) required. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) essential.
Why This Role Stands Out
* Opportunity to build a meaningful, long‑term relationship with one child
* Work within a nurturing environment that values wellbeing as much as learning
* Join a passionate team committed to inclusive education
* Support a child to grow in confidence, independence and curiosity every day
* Temp‑to‑perm pathway with weekly pay and interviews taking place immediately
If this sounds like the kind of role where you can bring your strengths and make a genuine impact, we’d like to hear from you. Early interest is encouraged as the school is meeting shortlisted candidates straight away.
Peak Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that supports Teachers and Support Staff find short and/or long-term temporary and/or permanent employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Education Schools throughout the UK. We are committed to Safer Recruitment and undertake checks on all candidates we work with. As part of the registration process, each candidate will be required to have a current DBS Disclosure and a subscription to the DBS Update Service, if you do not have one, we can support you with an application. We will also need to see all original relevant qualifications certificates before any work placement is agreed
Salary description
£15.45 - £16.53 per hour