A well-resourced, child-centred special-needs primary school in Ealing is looking for a skilled Teaching Assistant who can make an immediate impact with pupils aged 2 – 11 presenting with autism (ASD), severe learning difficulties (SLD) and complex needs. You’ll join a forward-thinking team that values clear communication, mutual support and evidence-based practice.

What You’ll Do

• Individualised support – work 1:1 and in small groups to embed personalised learning targets.
• Curriculum delivery – adapt sensory-based activities so every child can access core subjects and life-skills sessions.
• Behaviour & communication – apply consistent strategies (PECS, Makaton, visual schedules, positive-handling plans) to reduce anxiety and build independence.
• Personal care – provide dignified assistance with feeding, toileting and mobility when required.
• Multi-disciplinary teamwork – liaise daily with class teachers, therapists and families to review progress and refine EHCP targets.
• Safeguarding & record-keeping – log achievements and concerns accurately so nothing falls through the cracks.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience with children or young people who have ASD, SLD or complex medical needs.
• Confident behaviour-management skills and the resilience to stay calm under pressure.
• Willingness to deliver intimate-care routines professionally and respectfully.

Additional requirements:

• References confirming suitability for role
• Commitment to Safeguarding
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
• Continual professional development through online training
• Competitive pay rates related to your experience
• Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
• Refer a friend bonus with £150 in vouchers

About Chalk

At Chalk our direction, and long-term target, is to be the top specialist education agency out there, providing bespoke staffing solutions to schools and education provisions across the UK. We offer a personal service to all of our candidates, listening to your individual needs and taking into account your special requirements.

We recruit SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) staff for both mainstream schools, Special Needs Schools and alternative provisions, filling short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies. If you are looking for an honest, professional and committed attitude, then give Chalk a chance to earn your trust.

For more info please contact Sade Akintola on 0203 657 8329.

The Legal Bit

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