SEN TA for Complex Needs - 1:1 & Sensory Support

Academics; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in London is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 9-18 with PMLD, ASD, and complex physical needs in a specialist Camden school. The role is full-time, term-time only, starting January 2027, with a daily pay rate between £95 and £105.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support, deliver sensory-based learning activities, assist with personal care, and support communication methods such as PECS, Makaton, and AAC.

Qualifications

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or similar.
• Strong understanding of ASD, PMLD and complex needs.
• Confident with personal care duties.
• Calm, resilient and hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 9-18 with PMLD, ASD and physical disabilities.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support.
• Deliver sensory-based learning activities.
• Support communication (PECS, Makaton, AAC).
• Assist with personal care, feeding and mobility (essential).

Skills

SEN TA experience

ASD & PMLD knowledge

Personal care duties

Calm, resilient, hands-on

Job description

Academics in London is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 9-18 with PMLD, ASD, and complex physical needs in a specialist Camden school. The role is full-time, term-time only, starting January 2027, with a daily pay rate between £95 and £105.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support, deliver sensory-based learning activities, assist with personal care, and support communication methods such as PECS, Makaton, and AAC.