SEN TA

Kilburn, London

SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 5 ASD Support – Westminster / Kilburn

Enrich Education Recruitment is working in partnership with a lovely, inclusive primary school in the Westminster / Kilburn area to appoint an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 pupil with ASD.

This role is to start immediately and would suit a confident, resilient and emotionally intelligent SEN TA who has strong experience supporting pupils with autism, behaviour needs and social, emotional or communication difficulties.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a caring and supportive primary school with a strong inclusive ethos, where staff work closely together to ensure pupils feel safe, understood and able to access learning.

The Role

You will be supporting a Year 5 boy with ASD on a 1:1 basis, helping him access learning, manage transitions, regulate emotions and engage positively throughout the school day.

The successful candidate will need to be calm, consistent and proactive, with the confidence to draw on previous SEN experience to manage different situations effectively.

You will play a key role in:

Supporting a Year 5 pupil with ASD on a 1:1 basis

Helping the pupil access classroom learning and structured activities

Using a trauma-informed approach to behaviour and emotional regulation

Supporting transitions, routines and changes throughout the school day

De-escalating situations calmly and professionally when required

Building trust, rapport and positive boundaries with the pupil

Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider inclusion team

Adapting support based on the pupil’s needs, presentation and triggers

Encouraging independence, confidence and positive learning behaviours

Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional wellbeing

Key Details

Full-time SEN Teaching Assistant role

Supporting a Year 5 pupil with ASD

Located in Westminster / Kilburn

Immediate start

Long-term opportunity

Lovely, inclusive primary school

Strong SEN and inclusion support

Pay dependent on experience

The School

Our client is a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Westminster / Kilburn area. The school has a caring staff team, supportive leadership and a strong commitment to meeting the needs of all pupils.

The school offers:

A warm and supportive working environment

A strong inclusive ethos

Supportive SENCO and leadership team

Clear routines and behaviour systems

A collaborative staff culture

A focus on pupil wellbeing and emotional regulation

Good transport links across Westminster, Kilburn and surrounding areas

This is a school where relationships matter, and the successful candidate will be joining a team that values consistency, patience and professional judgement.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for an experienced SEN TA who can bring confidence, maturity and strong behaviour support skills to the role.

You should be able to:

Remain calm and consistent under pressure

Use a trauma-informed and relational approach

Understand that behaviour is communication

Build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries

Anticipate triggers and adapt support accordingly

Use de-escalation strategies effectively

Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and parents/carers

Support learning without creating dependency

Reflect on what works and adjust your approach when needed

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

Experience supporting pupils with ASD

Experience managing behaviour in a primary or specialist setting

A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice

Confidence working 1:1 with pupils who may present with challenging behaviour

Strong communication and teamwork skills

A calm, patient and proactive approach

Reliability, resilience and emotional intelligence

A genuine commitment to inclusive education

Experience with any of the following would be beneficial:

Zones of Regulation

Social stories

Sensory regulation strategies

Positive handling training

Team Teach or equivalent behaviour training

SEMH or trauma-informed support

Why Apply Through Enrich Education Recruitment?

Honest, transparent communication throughout

Access to well-matched, high-quality schools

Support from application through to placement

A focus on long-term fit, not just quick placements

Local knowledge of schools across Westminster and wider London

Apply Now

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for an immediate start in a supportive Westminster / Kilburn primary school, apply today.

Alternatively, contact Enrich Education Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this role and other SEN opportunities across Central, North and North West London.