Ad Hoc SEND Teaching Assistants

Prospero Teaching; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking reliable SEND Teaching Assistants to join our team on an ad hoc basis across East London schools. The role offers flexible weekday work and the chance to support children with a range of SEND needs.

As an ad hoc SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide one-to-one and small-group support, helping pupils access the curriculum and develop communication, social and emotional skills in different educational settings.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children or young people with SEND.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different school environments.
• Patience, compassion and reliability in support roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs.
• Differentiate activities to match pupil needs and enable access to the curriculum.
• Support communication, social interaction and emotional development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote independence.
• Provide support during lessons and at breaks.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to implement plans.
• Follow individual education, behaviour and support plans.

Skills

SEND experience

One-to-one support

Small-group support

Job description

Ad Hoc SEND Teaching Assistant - Flexible Work

Location: East London - Various Boroughs
Role: SEND Teaching Assistant
Contract: Ad Hoc / Flexible
Working Pattern: Flexible weekday work
Start Date: September 2026

We are looking for reliable, caring and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants to join our team and work on an ad hoc basis across schools in East London.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and SEND professionals who are looking for flexible weekday work that can fit around their existing commitments.

The Role

As an ad hoc SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support children and young people with a range of special educational needs across primary and secondary settings.

Depending on the school and pupil's needs, your responsibilities may include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and other additional needs.
• Helping pupils access the curriculum through differentiated activities and tailored support.
• Supporting communication, social interaction and emotional development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping pupils develop independence.
• Providing support during lessons, break times and other school activities.
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff.
• Following individual education, behaviour and support plans.
• Creating a safe, positive and inclusive environment for pupils.
• Adapting your approach to meet the individual needs of each child.

Who We're Looking For

We are keen to hear from candidates who are:

• Experienced in working with children or young people with SEND.
• Patient, compassionate and approachable.
• Reliable and able to adapt quickly to different school environments.
• Confident supporting pupils on a one-to-one or small-group basis.
• Calm and resilient when dealing with challenging situations.
• Passionate about helping children achieve their potential.
• Available to work flexibly during the school week.

Experience with ASD, challenging behaviour, complex needs or specialist education settings is desirable, but we also welcome candidates with relevant transferable experience.

Why Work Ad Hoc With Us?

• Flexible weekday working to fit around your availability.
• Opportunities across a range of East London boroughs.
• The chance to gain experience in different SEND settings.
• Regular opportunities for work where available.
• Support from a dedicated team.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' education and development.
• Suitable for candidates looking for additional work alongside other commitments.