SEN Teaching Assistant (Special School)

SEN Teaching Assistant (Special School) - Lambeth

Location: Lambeth

Start Date: September

Pay: £110-£125 per day

Contract: Full-time, term time only | 1-year contract (potential temp to perm)

About the Role

A specialist secondary setting is seeking an experienced and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. You will be supporting students aged 11-19 with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech and language needs, and moderate learning difficulties.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to work within a structured, supportive environment where staff play a key role in promoting both academic progress and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs
• Support students with learning, communication and emotional regulation
• Work alongside teachers and therapists to deliver personalised learning
• Promote positive behaviour in line with the school's approach
• Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment
• Support students in developing independence and essential life skills

The School

The school is a well-established community special school offering a creative and practical curriculum designed to support pupils with complex learning and communication needs.

There is a strong emphasis on:

• Building confidence, resilience and independence
• Developing social and emotional skills
• Preparing students for the next stage of education, training or employment

Staff work collaboratively to create a positive, relationship-driven environment where every student is supported to thrive.

Requirements

• Essential: Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Strong understanding of needs such as ASD, SLCN and learning difficulties
• Patient, calm and resilient approach
• Ability to build strong, professional relationships with students
• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work in a specialist SEN setting
• Supportive and experienced staff team
• Chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives
• Potential for a permanent position

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.