SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant - SEN Learning Support Assistant | 1:1 Support | Full-Time | Walworth | Immediate Start | Temp-to-Perm

SEND Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Long-Term Role in Walworth (Immediate Start)

Location: Walworth, South London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
Salary: £108 - £112 per day (Weekly Pay)
Hours: 8:30 a.m - 3:30 p.m, Monday to Friday
Sector: Education and Training / SEN Support / Teaching Assistant Jobs

Make a Real Difference as a SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant (LSA) looking for a rewarding full-time role in a supportive school environment?

Teach Plus is recruiting a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Walworth, South London.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) including Autism (ASD), ADHD, PMLD, SLD, and complex learning needs.

This long-term SEND Teaching Assistant role offers stability, professional development, and the opportunity to secure a permanent position.

It is particularly well-suited to candidates with backgrounds in education, care, youth work, or graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, or child development.

About the Role - SEND Teaching Assistant / SEN Learning Support Assistant

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils' academic progress, emotional wellbeing, and independence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 support and small group interventions for pupils with SEN


• Supporting children with Autism (ASD), complex needs, and learning disabilities


• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management


• Adapting learning materials to meet individual needs and EHCP targets


• Supporting behaviour management and emotional regulation


• Promoting communication, social skills, and independence


• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment


• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and support staff

About You - Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant Candidate

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant who:

• Has previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)


• Has worked as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Care Worker, Support Worker, or Youth Worker


• Is patient, resilient, and empathetic


• Has strong communication and teamwork skills


• Is proactive and adaptable in a classroom environment


• Is interested in progressing into careers in teaching, SEN education, therapy, or psychology

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)


• Right to work in the UK


• Relevant experience in education, SEN support, childcare, care work, or support work


• Knowledge of ASD, ADHD, PMLD, SLD, SEMH, or complex needs (desirable)

Why Apply for This SEND Teaching Assistant Role?

• Competitive daily rate (£108-£112) with weekly pay


• Full-time, long-term stability with temp-to-perm opportunity


• Immediate start available


• Supportive school environment with experienced SEN staff


• Valuable experience working with children with additional needs


• Excellent opportunity for graduates or aspiring teachers


• Ongoing professional support from an experienced education recruitment team


• Opportunity to build a long-term career in education or SEN

About Teach Plus

Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency.

Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest.

We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education.

With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London.

We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.

Apply Now

If you are a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant ready to start immediately in a full-time SEN support role in Walworth, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Rebecca at Teach Plus to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

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