SEND Lunchtime Assistant

Axcis Education; Sutton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Competitive pay

Referral scheme

Job summary

Axcis Education invites applications for a SEND Lunchtime Assistant in Sutton, South London. The role supports pupils with SEND during lunchtime, promoting safety and inclusion during school hours.

The ideal candidate has experience with SEND, ASD, ADHD or PMLD, and is patient, empathetic and good at communicating with children and staff. This is a temporary to permanent role with term-time hours 11am-2pm.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, SEN, ASD, ADHD, or PMLD.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support pupils with SEND during lunchtime.
• Support children with ASD, ADHD, PMLD, and additional learning needs.
• Assist with personal care, including eating, drinking, and toileting when required.
• Encourage independence, communication, and social interaction.
• Support pupils in accessing play, leisure, and outdoor activities safely.
• Monitor pupil wellbeing and respond appropriately to behavioural or emotional needs.
• Work closely with school staff to maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.

Job description

SEND Lunchtime Assistant

London | SEND TA Jobs

Our reference

Axcis/350865

Start date

01-Sep-2026

Job title / role

SEND Lunchtime Assistant - London - Role: SEND TA Jobs

Sector

Supply Jobs for SEND TA Jobs

Location

Job Title: SEND Lunchtime Assistant
Details: Sutton, South London
Start: September 2026
Hours: 11am-2pm (Term Time Only)
Contract: Temporary To Permanent
From £14.25 per hour

Axcis Education is recruiting a caring and enthusiastic lunchtime assistant / SEND support assistant to join a wonderful, highly rated specialist school in Sutton. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and associated behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in SEN education, learning support, care work, youth work, or anyone looking to build a career supporting children with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support pupils with SEND during lunchtime.
• Support children with ASD, ADHD, PMLD, and additional learning needs.
• Assist with personal care, including eating, drinking, and toileting when required.
• Encourage independence, communication, and social interaction.
• Support pupils in accessing play, leisure, and outdoor activities safely.
• Monitor pupil wellbeing and respond appropriately to behavioural or emotional needs.
• Work closely with school staff to maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, SEN, ASD, ADHD, or PMLD.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Support Worker, Care Assistant, Youth Worker, or Lunchtime Supervisor is desirable.
• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence supporting personal care needs.
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential.

Why Axcis?

• Excellent training and professional development opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• A rewarding referral scheme

This role is ideal for

• Parents seeking work during school hours.
• University students interested in education, psychology, social work, or SEND careers.
• Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants looking for part-time work.
• Support workers and care staff seeking school-based SEND experience.

Equal Opportunity

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

Safeguarding and DBS

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Agency Details

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

Qualification and Interview

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact

Contact: Charlotte Carberry

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 1046