Specialist ASD Teaching Assistant (11 Support – High Needs PDA)
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Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Were hiring a specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to support a high-needs ASD pupil on a 1:1 basis. This role requires someone calm consistent and confident working with pupils who present with demand avoidance / PDA-type behaviours.
Youll be the key adult for this pupil working closely with the SENCO and class teacher to deliver a low-arousal relationship-led approach that reduces anxiety and keeps the pupil engaged and safe.
Requirements
What youll be doing
1:1 support for a high-needs ASD pupil
Using low-demand flexible strategies to reduce avoidance and escalation
Supporting regulation engagement and transitions
Working with SENCO/class teacher on daily strategies and adjustments
Maintaining a calm predictable environment
Following safeguarding and school behaviour plans at all times
You must have
Proven experience with ASD high-needs pupils and/or PDA profiles
Strong behaviour management rooted in empathy not confrontation
Excellent consistency reliability and communication
Up-to-date Enhanced DBS (or willing to apply)
Right to work in the UK
Benefits
Why work with us
Senovo Resourcing specialises in SEN staffing across London. We move fast we only place vetted and capable staff and we match you based on your strengths so you can do your best work.
If you can start immediately and have the right experience apply now.
Required Skills:
Differentiated lesson planning & delivery Assessment for learning Positive behaviour support Individualised curriculum adaptation Multi-agency collaboration Communication expertise Safeguarding & pastoral care Data & record keeping Assistive technology proficiency Teamwork & coaching Reflective practice & CPD
Required Education:
Postgraduate qualification or accredited training in SEND (e.g. National Award for SEN Coordination Autism Education Trust dyslexia/SpLD or SEMH specialism).Proficiency in alternative/augmentative communication methodsMakaton PECS AAC using evidence-based interventions such as TEACCH SCERTS or Positive Behaviour in Team-Teach MAPA or similar de-escalation and safe-handling with assistive ed-tech tools and adaptive software
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