Complex Needs Teaching Assistant

Salary/Rate:£85 - £95
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Sutton
County:South West London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:9259
Post Date:29.04.25
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

Join a fantastic SEND school where every child and young person matters....

The Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Sutton, South West London

Contract: Full time, Long term

Start date: September 2025

Rate of pay: £85 - £95 per day PAYE (depending on experience)

Are you a caring and enthusiastic individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs?

Have you set out to work with young people, children and vulnerable groups to better their opportunities, development and ultimately their lives? 

Then we may have the right setting for you....

This is the chance to be part of driven and impassioned schools, where the pupils are at the forefront of everything they do, whilst also supporting staff and offering training and progression. 

We are working with SEND schools, Specialist Provisions (settings attached to mainstream schools specifically designed for SEND students) and Alternative Education Provisions and PRUs. 

What they offer:

  • A truly supportive and friendly environment where you will be valued and respected.
  • Our schools cater to various needs from; PMLD, SLD, Autism, SEMH, communication difficulties, heightened sensory difficulties and MLD
  • The opportunity to work alongside a hands-on senior leadership team who are actively involved in the day-to-day life of the school.
  • Extensive training opportunities, including apprenticeships for TAs who wish to develop into specialist areas, or even teachers!
  • The chance to be part of a team that is passionate about supporting children to develop functional skills, communication, and independence.
  • As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping children to access their learning activities.

What they are looking for:

  • A patient and flexible individual who is able to adapt to the ever-changing needs of their students.
  • A SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about working with children with special educational needs, particularly autism.
  • Someone who understands that this role is bigger than simply sitting in the classroom, and is willing to get involved in all aspects of school life.
  • A team player who is comfortable working collaboratively with other staff.
  • An individual who is keen to help young people become as independent as possible, and leave school equipped with functional skills.
  • A SEN Teaching Assistant who is willing to engage in ongoing training.
  • Someone who may be open to moving to a permanent role after a trial period.
  • Regardless of experience, if you are passionate to support children with additional needs, please don't hesitate to apply!

Our schools value people who are willing to be flexible, patient and are passionate about supporting young people. They are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to make a real difference to the lives of the students and to contribute to their ongoing success.

If you are interested in joining a setting where you will be supported and developed, and where you can really make a difference, then we want to hear from you!

Please reach out to Jamie at Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk or 0203 011 4848

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