SEN TA - Autism & ADHD Experience

Prospero Teaching; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate £14.25–£16.68 p/h

Consultant support

CPD opportunities

Weekly pay

Flexible registration

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is working with a specialist education setting in Bromley, London, to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. The role is temporary to permanent, £14.25–£16.68 per hour, 08:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, starting in November.

You will support pupils with SEN including Autism, ADHD and SEMH on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them access education, build confidence and achieve positive outcomes. A calm, patient approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Calm, patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with boundaries
• Backgrounds in education, care, youth work, support work, coaching or similar sectors
• Genuine passion for helping young people succeed

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support
• Promote engagement and positive behaviour in the classroom
• Assist teachers in delivering tailored learning activities
• Build positive relationships with students, staff and parents
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and communication needs

Skills

SEN experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Relationship building

Professional boundaries

Education background

Passion for helping

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Temp to Perm

Location: Bromley, London
Salary: GBP14.25 - GBP16.68 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: November Start
SEN Teaching Assistant Required
Prospero Teaching is working in partnership with a specialist education setting in the Somerset area to recruit a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and is looking for a rewarding role with the potential to become permanent.
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who may have a range of needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and associated learning difficulties. You will play a key role in helping students access education, develop confidence, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.

The Role

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Promoting engagement and positive behaviour within the classroom.
• Assisting teachers in delivering tailored learning activities.
• Building positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and social development.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and communication needs.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships and maintain professional boundaries.
• Backgrounds in education, care, youth work, support work, coaching, or similar sectors are welcomed.
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed.

What Prospero Teaching Can Offer

• Competitive rates of pay between GBP14.25 and GBP16.68 per hour.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to accredited training and CPD opportunities.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible and straightforward registration process.

To Be Eligible

• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Two professional references covering the past two years.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and are looking for a rewarding SEN role with long-term career prospects, we would love to hear from you.