SEND Teaching Assistant

Ribbons & Reeves; Croydon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Secondary School in Sutton is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11-16 with Special Educational Needs. This role, starting in September 2025, offers hands-on experience for Psychology Graduates aspiring to become Educational Psychologists, Counsellors, or Teachers. With a focus on building confidence and independence in students, you will play a crucial role in improving their learning outcomes in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Opportunity for contract extensions or permanent roles

Qualifications

• Psychology Graduate with 2:2 minimum required.
• Prior experience in mental health is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Providing classroom support to students with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Planning and delivering learning activities.
• Monitoring pupils' progress and development.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Proactivity

Emotional maturity

Education

2:2 Psychology degree

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

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.

SEND Teaching Assistant