SEN Teaching Assistant - Post 16 (Complex Autism)
Location: London Borough of Barnet
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Contact: Zeki at Remedy Education

Remedy Education are looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support Post 16 students with complex autism at a specialist provision. The role involves working closely with young people who have significant communication and emotional regulation needs, helping them to access learning and develop independence.

The Role

• Support Post 16 learners with autism and additional needs in both classroom and community settings

• Assist with communication strategies, including PECs, Makaton or other AAC methods (training can be provided)

• Encourage and model positive behaviour, using de-escalation techniques when needed

• Help students develop life skills, social skills and confidence for adulthood

• Work alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff to deliver tailored programmes

The School

• A welcoming, specialist SEN provision with a strong focus on preparing students for life beyond school

• Supportive staff team with access to ongoing CPD and training

• Structured environment that promotes consistency, care and respect

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting individuals with autism, communication difficulties and behaviour that challenges

• Calm, patient and resilient in approach

• Able to build positive and trusting relationships with students

• Flexible and willing to support with both academic and life-skills learning

This is a long-term position with the chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people.

If you are interested in this role, please send your CV to Zeki at Remedy Education today.