SEN Teaching Assistant - Bank Staff

CAMHS Professionals; London Borough of Bexley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

CAMHS Professionals Ltd is seeking passionate SEN Teaching Assistants for flexible bank roles across Bexley and Greenwich. You will support pupils with a range of needs, helping them access learning and develop essential life skills.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist teachers with lessons, promote positive behaviour, and help create a safe, inclusive learning environment. Prior SEN experience is desirable, and the role offers flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, SLD and other additional needs.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Support pupils with personal care where required.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Special needs support

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Location: Bexley and Greenwich

Job Type: Flexible / Bank / Supply

Salary: £95 - £110 per day

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work in Bexley or Greenwich? We are recruiting enthusiastic and caring Bank Staff to support a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools and provisions across the local area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs, while enjoying the flexibility to choose when they work.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning, develop essential life skills and reach their full potential.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Supporting children with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, SLD and other additional needs.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery.
• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Supporting pupils with personal care where required.
• Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.
• The ability to work flexibly across different schools and provisions.
• A willingness to undertake relevant safeguarding and compliance checks.

Experience supporting pupils with complex needs are advantageous, but we welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and a genuine passion for SEN.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working: Choose assignments that fit around your availability.
• Local opportunities: Work with SEN schools and provisions across Bexley and Greenwich.
• Variety of experience: Gain exposure to different settings and additional needs.
• Ongoing support: Receive guidance from a dedicated education consultant.
• Training opportunities: Access relevant training and professional development where available.