Sen Teaching Assistant – Supply - North West London

Clarus Education; Greater London, Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarus Education is seeking caring and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistants to join our supply team across North West London. This flexible opportunity offers day-to-day or short-term assignments to support pupils with additional needs and help them access learning.

You will work alongside teachers to foster confidence, social development and inclusion, following individual plans and safeguarding procedures. The role requires a calm, patient approach and reliable flexibility across multiple schools.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships quickly.
• Flexibility to work across different schools and settings.
• Proactive and reliable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Support pupils to engage with lessons, activities and routines.
• Adapt tasks and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Encourage communication, independence and positive behaviour.
• Support pupils’ social and emotional development.
• Work with teachers, SENCOs and support staff.
• Follow individual support plans and school guidance.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Calm approach

Communication

Relationship building

Flexibility

Reliability

Job description

Location: North West London
Contract: Supply / flexible
Working pattern: Day-to-day and short-term assignments
Start date: ASAP
Pay: £100 - £110 per day

About the role

We are seeking caring and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistants to join our supply team and support schools across North West London.

This is a flexible opportunity for experienced candidates who enjoy working with children with additional needs and can provide support on a day-to-day or short-term basis. You will work alongside teachers and school staff to help pupils access learning, build confidence and participate fully in school life.

Key responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Support pupils to engage with lessons, activities and classroom routines.
• Adapt tasks and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Encourage communication, independence and positive behaviour.
• Support pupils’ social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and support staff.
• Follow individual support plans and school guidance.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and confidentiality procedures.

About you

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships quickly.
• Flexibility to work across different schools and settings.
• A proactive and reliable attitude.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Experience supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, communication needs, social, emotional or mental health needs would be advantageous.

What’s on offer

• Flexible supply work across North West London.
• Opportunity to gain experience in a range of school settings.
• Support from a dedicated recruitment team.
• The chance to make a positive difference to pupils’ learning and wellbeing.

The successful candidate will be required to complete appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.