SEND Teaching Assistant — Nurture Learning & Independence

Timeplan Education Group; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education Group is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs in a welcoming Camden school. You will work across EYFS to KS2, providing 1:1 and small group support, using tailored strategies to promote independence.

The ideal candidate will have patience, resilience and a calm, nurturing approach. You will collaborate with the SENCO, teachers and therapists, employing tools like Makaton and visual supports to aid learning.

Qualifications

• Have previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school or similar setting.
• Be confident using or willing to use Makaton, PECS, Bucket Time, Now and Next boards, and other visual communication strategies.
• Demonstrate a calm, nurturing, and consistent approach to behaviour management.
• Be adaptable, resilient, and able to respond to the changing needs of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Using communication strategies such as Makaton, PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), Now and Next boards, visual timetables, and social stories.
• Supporting pupils during structured interventions, including Bucket Time, sensory regulation activities, phonics, literacy, and numeracy sessions.
• Encouraging positive behaviour through consistent routines, positive reinforcement, and personalised behaviour support plans.
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, therapists, and external professionals to implement individual support plans and EHCP targets.
• Promoting communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and independence throughout the school day.
• Supporting pupils during transitions, breaktimes, and lunchtime where required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Bucket Time

Now and Next boards

Visual timetables

Social stories

Job description

TimePlan Education Group is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs in a welcoming Camden school. You will work across EYFS to KS2, providing 1:1 and small group support, using tailored strategies to promote independence.

The ideal candidate will have patience, resilience and a calm, nurturing approach. You will collaborate with the SENCO, teachers and therapists, employing tools like Makaton and visual supports to aid learning.