Special School Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Special School Assistant for a full-time role at an Outstanding Primary SEN School in Southwark. This position involves supporting children with complex learning difficulties, assisting with personal care, and fostering positive relationships in a nurturing environment. Candidates must have GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent experience working with children in a school setting. The contract offers potential for temp to perm opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE C or above in English and Maths, or Level 2 Functional Skills.
• Experience working with children within a school setting required.
• Knowledge of PECS and Makaton is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support classes of up to 9 pupils with 1 class teacher and 3 assistants.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support.
• Assist with feeding and personal hygiene duties.
• Build positive relationships with young people and motivate them.

Skills

Experience working with children within a school setting

Compassionate

Enthusiastic

Reliable

Resilient

Education

GCSE C or above in English and Maths, or Level 2 Functional Skills

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Posted 10 December 2025 Salary £100 - £115 per day Location South East London Job type Temporary Discipline Special Education Needs Reference assistantSENspecialS_1765356374

Position Overview

Special School Assistant
Primary SEN School, Southwark
Full-time contract - Temp to Perm

Remedy are recruiting on behalf of an 'Outstanding' Primary SEN School in Southwark who are looking to appoint an experienced and compassionate Special School Assistant to join their team.

This is a full-time, term-time contract. If you are looking for a long‑term position and get on well, they will look to take you on a temp to perm contract so please only apply if you are ultimately looking for a permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

• Support classes of up to 9 pupils with 1 class teacher and 3 Special School Assistants.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support.
• Assist with feeding and personal hygiene duties.
• Build positive relationships with young people, support, motivate and encourage children with learning, and act as a positive role model.

Qualifications & Experience

• GCSE C or above in English and Maths, or Level 2 Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Experience working with children within a school setting.
• Experience using PECS, Makaton, etc. is an advantage.
• Compassionate, enthusiastic, reliable and resilient.

The school in Southwark caters for pupils aged 4‑11 with complex learning difficulties including autism, speech and language disorders and challenging behaviours. All pupils have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

The school is purpose built and includes soft play rooms, multi‑sensory interactive rooms and a hydrotherapy pool.

If you are a Special School Assistant looking for a new position and live in Southampton, please get in touch and send a copy of your updated CV using the link provided.

Position: Full‑time, term‑time – Monday to Friday 8:15 am to 4 pm.