Teaching Assistant

Start date: September 2026 Main Purpose: To provide full-time support to learners within the Building Independence (BI) pathway at The Autism Project (TAP). The role focuses on enabling learners to develop independence, communication, life skills, and confidence, supporting them to access the curriculum and participate in community-based learning. You will work closely with teaching staff to ensure learners make meaningful progress towards their EHCP outcomes and personal goals. Information: Permanent part-time role. Working days are Tues to Fri 9-4pm (6.5hrs a day, allowing half hour unpaid for lunch). 26 hours a week. Salary is £28,860 per annum (full time 37.5hrs) pro-rata. This is £14.80 per hour (London Living Wage). Holiday allowance is 37 days per annum plus bank holidays pro-rata. Holiday can only be taken outside of TAP term times. Your place of work will be at our classrooms at Larcom House SE17 1RT. Flexibility: Term-time working only can be considered, on request. Learner Support 1. Support learners to access sessions across the BI pathway, including Functional Skills, PSD, social skills, and independence-based learning. 2. Provide 1:1 and small group support, promoting independence and reducing support where appropriate. 3. Use autism-informed approaches to support communication, sensory, and behavioural needs. 4. Support learners to develop: o daily living skills o emotional regulation o social interaction and communication 5. Apply consistent support ..... full job details .....