1:1 Primary Teaching Assistant
Location
Newham, Northumberland
Job Type
Full-time
Category
educational-instruction-and-library
Posted
June 12, 2026
1:1 Primary Teaching Assistant - KS1 - Newham
A warm and supportive Primary School in Newham is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a KS1 child with Autism (ASD). This is a full-time role starting ASAP until end of academic year
The Role
Providing 1:1 support for a KS1 child with ASD who is pre-verbal
Supporting communication and engagement through Now & Next boards, visual aids, and structured routines
Assisting with Phonics-based activities and early learning tasks
Supporting the child's social and emotional development
Providing personal care when required
Working closely with the SENCO, class teacher, and external specialists
Requirements
Previous experience supporting children with ASD and complex needs
Confidence using visual supports (Now & Next boards, visual timetables, PECS, etc.)
Understanding of Phonics in early literacy development
Patient, nurturing, ...
A warm and supportive Primary School in Newham is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a KS1 child with Autism (ASD). This is a full-time role starting ASAP until end of academic year
The Role
Providing 1:1 support for a KS1 child with ASD who is pre-verbal
Supporting communication and engagement through Now & Next boards, visual aids, and structured routines
Assisting with Phonics-based activities and early learning tasks
Supporting the child's social and emotional development
Providing personal care when required
Working closely with the SENCO, class teacher, and external specialists
Requirements
Previous experience supporting children with ASD and complex needs
Confidence using visual supports (Now & Next boards, visual timetables, PECS, etc.)
Understanding of Phonics in early literacy development
Patient, nurturing, ...