SEND Teaching Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Croydon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une école secondaire à Sutton recherche un(e) SEND Teaching Assistant pour accompagner des jeunes présentant des besoins éducatifs particuliers. Ce poste offre une expérience précieuse pour les diplômés en psychologie souhaitant progresser vers des carrières en psychologie éducative ou en counseling. Les candidats doivent faire preuve de compassion et de détermination pour apporter un soutien significatif aux élèves.

Benefits

Possibilité d'extensions de contrat

Expérience pratique valorisante

Qualifications

• Diplôme de psychologie requis pour postuler.
• Expérience dans le domaine de la santé mentale souhaitable.
• Capacité à soutenir les élèves dans les périodes difficiles.

Responsibilities

• Soutenir les élèves de 11-16 ans avec des besoins spécifiques.
• Planifier et dispenser des activités d'apprentissage.
• Évaluer et consigner les progrès des élèves.

Skills

Compassion

Résilience

Maturité émotionnelle

Education

Diplôme en Psychologie (minimum 2:2)

Job description

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Are you a compassionate Psychology Graduate eager to make a real difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs?

Do you want to support students who may be struggling with their Social, Emotional, and Mental Health, helping them re-engage with learning in a meaningful way?

Whether you're working towards a future as an Educational Psychologist, Wellbeing Practitioner, School Counsellor, or Teacher, this role offers valuable, hands-on experience to support your career goals - especially if you're planning further study such as a Master's, Doctorate, or PGCE.

This SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity, based at a welcoming and high-achieving Secondary School in Sutton, could be exactly what you're looking for.

SEND Teaching Assistant | Job Summary

• Initial 1-Year contract commencing September 2025 (earlier starts are possible)
• Mainstream Secondary School in Sutton
• £450+ per week | £90+ per day | Paid weekly on a PAYE basis
• Providing support to 11-16 year olds with SEND and SEMH needs
• Contract extensions / permanent jobs available for those wanting to remain at the school beyond initial one-year contract
• Ideal role for aspiring Psychologists / Counsellors / Wellbeing Practitioners / Teachers
• Minimum of a 2:2 Psychology degree required to be considered

SEND Teaching Assistant | Job Description

• Providing classroom support to 11-16 year olds with Autism Spectrum Condition, Speech and Communication Difficulties, ADHD and Severe Social Anxieties.
• Planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals and groups of students.
• Monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupil achievement, progress and development.
• Building core skills and supporting a strong knowledge base through a tailored approach to the individual needs of the pupils.
• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents, carers and family.

This SEND TA role calls for a Psychology Graduate who is resilient, proactive, and ready to take on challenges with a positive mindset. You’ll need the determination to make a lasting impact and the emotional maturity to support students through setbacks and breakthroughs. Prior experience in the mental health field is a definite advantage.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a key role in helping students build confidence, independence, and a stronger sense of self-worth - all within a supportive school environment.

If you’re passionate about improving outcomes for young people and eager to make a difference, get in touch with Ribbons & Reeves today to learn more about this rewarding SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEND Teaching Assistant role in Sutton. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND Teaching Assistant role.