SEN Support Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a passionate SEN Support Assistant to join inclusive secondary schools in Newham and Tower Hamlets from September 2025. This role involves supporting students with special educational needs, helping them thrive in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will be patient and empathetic, with a commitment to children's development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN.
• Monitor and track students’ progress and report to the SENCO.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote self-esteem.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Patience

Job description

GSL Education London Branch is currently seeking a passionate SEN Support Assistant to join inclusive and welcoming secondary schools in Newham and Tower Hamlets from September 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed SEN Support Assistant to work closely with students who have special educational needs, helping them to access the curriculum and thrive in a supportive learning environment. If you are patient, empathetic, and motivated to support children’s development, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities of a SEN Support Assistant:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN, including those with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties
• Help students to stay focused and engaged in lessons
• Support the class teacher in adapting resources and activities to meet student needs
• Monitor and track students’ progress and report to the SENCO and class teacher
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote self-esteem and independence
• Assist with personal care if required
• Build strong, supportive relationships with students, staff, and parents

Requirements for the SEN Support Assistant role:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with special educational needs
• A calm, positive, and nurturing approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work effectively under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Right to work in the UK

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Support Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.