Learning Support Assistant - Horizon Teachers : Job Details

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join a vibrant primary school in Hillingdon that has a specialist ASD unit. This role will involve supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) both in the mainstream classroom and within the unit, ensuring they can fully engage with their learning and social development.Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to children with ASD, either 1:1 or in small groups, in both the mainstream and specialist settings.
• Work alongside class teachers and SEND staff to adapt lessons and resources to meet individual needs.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and promote positive social interactions.
• Assist with daily routines, sensory activities, and interventions designed to support the development of children with ASD.
• Monitor and report on progress, working closely with the SEND team to identify and address challenges.
• Foster a supportive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all students.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience supporting children with ASD, preferably in a primary school or specialist setting.
• Knowledge of autism-friendly strategies, sensory needs, and behaviour management approaches.
• A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting children with additional needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with staff, families, and external professionals.
• Relevant qualifications such as Level 2 or Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable but not essential).
• A genuine passion for helping children with SEND achieve their full potential.

Why Horizon Teachers?

• Earn up to £300 in Vouchers of your choice for successful referrals!
• Easy registration process via an online link and a video registration.
• You will be paid the permanent equivalent pay for the job after 12 full weeks.
• We offer a FREE Safeguarding Course online to support you in your work in an educational setting!
• Horizon Teachers is committed to ensuring our staff are happy in their roles, please look at our 4.8-rated Google reviews

Hi everyone, my experience with the Horizon team has been excellent since day one. They were super helpful in finding me suitable positions. They listened & took into account what days & timings I wanted.- 5 Star Google ReviewHorizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. Horizon Teachers. Enhancing Children's Education.