Primary SEND Teaching Assistant Full Time Temporary

Philosophy Education, Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Primary SEND Teaching Assistant to join a Lambeth school on a full-time, temp-to-perm basis. You will support five pupils (KS1 & KS2) with Autism and complex needs, under the supervision of a team of five adults.

You will help with learning, communication and daily routines, including personal care, using strategies like PECS and Attention Autism. DBS on Update Service is essential or in progress.

Qualifications

• Previous school experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting students with SEND.
• Ability to support pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour.
• Willingness to provide personal care as part of daily duties.
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply via agency.
• Two recent employment or one employment and one academic reference.

Responsibilities

• Support learning, communication, emotional regulation and daily routines for pupils.
• Work with each pupil at different times during the week, with 1:1 support on a rota basis.
• Use specialist strategies such as PECS, Attention Autism, and structured/sensory approaches.
• Assist with personal care including toileting, feeding and hygiene when needed.

Job description

Primary SEND Teaching Assistant (KS1 & KS2)
Location: London Borough of Lambeth
Pay: £96.14 – £100.29 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Temp to Perm Contract
Full-Time Immediate Start

A specialist SEND primary school in Lambeth are seeking a dedicated and resilient Primary SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, temp to perm basis.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support primary-aged pupils with Autism and complex needs within a highly supportive and well-established school environment.

The Role

You will be working within a small class of 5 primary-aged pupils (KS1 & KS2), all of whom have complex needs and Autism (ASD).

• The class is supported by 5 adults, providing 1:1 support on a rota basis


• You will work with each pupil at different points during the week


• Pupils may display challenging behaviour and may require support to de-escalate situations (including physical intervention where necessary)


• You will support learning, communication, emotional regulation and daily routines

Personal care is an essential part of this role, including supporting with toileting, feeding, and hygiene. This is a shared responsibility between all staff members.

You will use a range of specialist strategies and communication methods including:

• PECS


• Attention Autism


• Structured and sensory-based approaches

The school

This specialist primary school caters for children aged 2–11 with:

• Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)


• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)


• Autism (ASD)


• Complex medical needs

The school provides a nurturing and well-resourced environment designed to help pupils achieve their full potential. There is a highly experienced and supportive staff team, along with ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Have previous school experience working as a Teaching Assistant


• Have prior experience supporting students with SEND


• Be confident supporting pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour


• Be willing to provide personal care as part of your daily responsibilities
  
• Hold a DBS on the Update Service

If you do not have a DBS on the Update Service, you must be willing to apply for one through our agency or have one currently in progress.

You must also be able to provide:

• Two recent employment references, or


• One employment reference and one academic reference

This role would suit an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant or a confident and committed individual with relevant school-based experience who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs.