Sen Teaching Assistant

Uniform Education; Sutton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Uniform Education is seeking compassionate SEN Learning Support Assistants to work in specialist school settings around Sutton. You will support children and young people aged 2–19 with autism, SEMH, and other complex needs, delivering 1:1 and small-group support.

Role involves adapting communication, using aids, and helping with personal care when needed. Start dates are immediate or upcoming; full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children, young people or adults with SEN, disabilities or complex needs.
• Patience and commitment to build trusting relationships with pupils who may engage gradually.
• Willingness to commute regularly to the Sutton area.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with diverse needs.
• Support learning, communication, social interaction and personal development.
• Adapt communication methods to individual abilities and needs.
• Use visual resources, aids and alternative communication as appropriate.
• Support emotional regulation and sensory needs; manage challenging behaviours.
• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities when required.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience & relationship-building

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant – Specialist School, Sutton , South London

• Location: Sutton
• Pay: £110–£120 per day (depending on experience and setting)
• Hours: Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Start Date: Immediate and upcoming starts available

Uniform Education is recruiting compassionate, patient and dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistants to work within specialist school settings in Kingston upon Thames and the surrounding areas.

These opportunities involve supporting children and young people aged 2–19 years with a wide range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities, communication difficulties and complex needs.

The Role

• Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with a variety of learning difficulties, disabilities and additional needs.
• Supporting pupils with learning, communication, social interaction and personal development.
• Adapting communication methods and support strategies to suit each individual's abilities and needs.
• Using visual resources, communication aids, gestures and other alternative communication methods where appropriate.
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, sensory needs and behaviours that may challenge.
• Providing personal care and assistance with daily living activities where required.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who understand that working in specialist SEN education requires more than simply supporting classroom learning.

• Have previous experience supporting children, young people or adults with SEN, disabilities, learning difficulties or complex needs.
• Have the patience and commitment to build trusting relationships with pupils who may need additional time and encouragement to engage.
• Have a genuine passion for helping individuals overcome barriers, develop independence and achieve their personal potential.
• Can commute on a regular basis to the Sutton area.

Experience in specialist education, residential care, support work, healthcare, youth work or similar environments would be highly beneficial.

Most importantly, we are looking for people with the right attitude, patience and commitment to supporting individuals with additional needs.

What We Offer

• Daily supply, long-term and permanent opportunities.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities to develop specialist SEN experience and learn new approaches to supporting complex needs.
• The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of children and young people.