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Teaching Assistant: ASD Resource Base (EYFS)
Brent Primary School September 2026 Start
A welcoming Brent primary school is seeking an experienced and nurturing Teaching Assistant to join its specialist EYFS ASD Resource Base from September 2026.
This rewarding role involves supporting a small group of six children with Autism (ASD) within a purpose-built unit attached to a mainstream primary school. You will work alongside two experienced support staff, delivering high-quality support under the guidance of the EYFS Lead, who is responsible for planning and overseeing the curriculum.
Your Role As a Teaching Assistant
- Support a small group of six children with Autism (ASD) throughout the school day within the school's specialist resource base.
- Work collaboratively with two other Teaching Assistants to provide a safe, structured and engaging learning environment.
- Deliver learning activities planned by the EYFS Lead, adapting your approach to meet individual communication, sensory and developmental needs.
- Encourage children's communication, independence, social interaction and emotional regulation through play-based learning and structured activities.
- Support children with transitions, personal care (where required), sensory regulation and daily routines.
- Use positive behaviour strategies and consistent approaches to help children feel secure and ready to learn.
- Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and the wider school team to ensure every child reaches their potential.
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Who You Are
- Patient, nurturing, resilient and proactive.
- Experienced supporting children with Autism (ASD), ideally within an EYFS, SEND or specialist setting.
- Confident working as part of a close-knit team and following guidance from senior staff.
- Knowledgeable about sensory regulation, visual supports and communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton or Attention Autism (desirable).
- Calm under pressure, with the ability to respond consistently to challenging behaviour when required.
- Passionate about helping children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.
Why Apply?
- Join a welcoming and highly supportive Brent primary school.
- Work within a well-established EYFS ASD Resource Base alongside experienced SEND professionals.
- Benefit from ongoing CPD and specialist Autism training.
- Be part of a collaborative team where planning is led by the EYFS Lead, allowing you to focus on delivering outstanding support.
- Make a lasting impact on the early development of children with additional needs in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
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Reeson Education
Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the core values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07.
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