Teaching Assistant SEN

Remedy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term role

Supportive team

Career development

Job summary

Remedy Education is recruiting a strong SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary SEN school in Wandsworth, South West London. You will support secondary pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, learning difficulties and SEMH, helping with lessons and pastoral support throughout the day.

The role suits a proactive, patient TA with prior SEN experience, aiming to build positive relationships and manage challenging situations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is essential.
• Experience with secondary-aged pupils is highly desirable.
• Confident supporting students with ASD, learning difficulties and challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to secondary-aged students with SEN.
• Support pupils with ASD, learning difficulties and additional communication needs.
• Assist teachers with delivering adapted lessons and classroom activities.
• Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour management and social development.
• Use positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies when required.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Help maintain a structured, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff to meet individual pupil needs.
• Assist with personal care where required.

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary SEN School - Wandsworth

Location: Wandsworth, South West London

Pay: £100-£117 per day

Hours: Full-Time | Monday to Friday

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Long-Term

Setting: Specialist SEN Secondary School

SEN Teaching Assistant - Wandsworth

Remedy Education is currently recruiting for a strong, experienced and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary SEN school based in Wandsworth, South West London.

The school supports secondary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning difficulties, communication needs and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

We are looking for a confident, proactive and resilient Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships with students, manage challenging situations calmly and provide consistent support throughout the school day.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous SEN experience who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to secondary-aged students with SEN.
• Support pupils with ASD, learning difficulties and additional communication needs.
• Assist teachers with delivering adapted lessons and classroom activities.
• Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour management and social development.
• Use positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies when required.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Help maintain a structured, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff to meet individual pupil needs.
• Assist with personal care where required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is essential.
• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils is highly desirable.
• Confident supporting students with ASD, learning difficulties and challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Patient, resilient, reliable and able to use initiative.
• Comfortable providing 1:1 support and working with small groups.
• Team Teach, MAPA or other positive handling training would be advantageous.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Why Join Remedy Education?

• Competitive daily pay of £100-£117.
• Full-time, long-term opportunity within a specialist SEN secondary school.
• Supportive and experienced teaching team.
• Opportunity to gain further experience working with a range of special educational needs.
• Potential for long-term career development.
• Dedicated support from an experienced SEN recruitment consultant.