SEN TA - Complex Needs

Philosophy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 19,003 - 21,217; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing SEND training

Supportive consultants

Job summary

Philosophy Education in the United Kingdom is seeking Special Needs Teaching Assistants to support pupils in a Dulwich secondary school. You will work 8:30am–4:00pm, Monday to Friday, on full-time and flexible cover roles, with pay £103–£115 per day (Umbrella) and a focus on learners with visual, physical and communication needs.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, promoting emotional regulation, encouraging independence and social interaction, and collaborating with teachers

Qualifications

• A caring, patient, and professional approach.
• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• Two professional references covering the past two years.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with visual, physical, and communication needs during classroom and sensory-based learning.
• Provide personal care, including feeding and mobility support, where required.
• Use clear and adaptable communication methods to meet the individual needs of pupils.
• Assist students with emotional regulation and behaviour management, using positive and consistent strategies.
• Encourage confidence, independence, and social interaction among pupils.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapy teams to deliver individual learning plans.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Empathy

Job description

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Location: Dulwich

Contract: Full-time and flexible cover roles available

Hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday

Pay: £103 – £115 per day (Umbrella)

About the Role

Philosophy Education is currently recruiting Special Needs Teaching Assistants to work full-time in one of our Secondary Schools in Dulwich. These schools cater for children and young people with a range of learning and developmental needs, including Visual Impairments, Autism, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with visual, physical, and communication needs during classroom and sensory-based learning.
• Provide personal care, including feeding and mobility support, where required.
• Use clear and adaptable communication methods to meet the individual needs of pupils.
• Assist students with emotional regulation and behaviour management, using positive and consistent strategies.
• Encourage confidence, independence, and social interaction among pupils.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapy teams to deliver individual learning plans.

Ideal Candidates

• Experienced Teaching Assistants seeking a SEND-focused role
• Healthcare, social care, or youth support workers with transferable skills
• Individuals with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

Requirements

• A caring, patient, and professional approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of children with additional needs
• An Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
• Two professional references covering the past two years

Benefits

• Access to ongoing professional training in SEND, behaviour management, and classroom support
• Supportive consultants who match you to roles where you can make the most impact