SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in London is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 9-18 with PMLD, ASD and complex needs at a Camden school.

The role is full-time, term-time only, starting January 2027, with pay of 95-105 per day.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support, deliver sensory-based learning activities, assist with personal care and mobility, and help with communication using PECS, Makaton or AAC.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 9-18 with 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 expertise

Personal care duties

Calm, resilient

Communication support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Camden Full-Time January Start

We're looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 9-18 with PMLD, ASD, and complex physical needs in a specialist Camden school.

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: London Borough of Camden
Pay: 95- 105 per day
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-time, Term-time only

• Support students aged 9-18 with PMLD, ASD & 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)

What we're looking for

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

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate'’s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.