Job description
SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT
Do you have a passion for helping children with ASD overcome barriers to learning? Are you confident in your ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to challenging situations? We’re looking for a warm and reliable Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant to join a primary school based in Lambeth. This is a lovely opportunity to work closely with a teacher in a classroom setting while providing tailored 1-to-1 support to a pupil with ASD. You will play an important role in helping the pupil engage, build confidence and develop their independence.
Teaching Assistant duties
- Provide 1-to-1 support for ASD pupils, help them understand lessons, complete tasks and manage routines
- Adapt learning materials by simplifying instructions, using visual aids and providing alternative resources catered to individual needs
- Help students manage anxiety, sensory needs and emotions
- Encourage students’ communication and interaction with peers and participation in group learning
- Supervise and support with personal care, mealtimes or mobility
- Promote positive behaviour, engagement and pupil wellbeing
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school policies
- Work collaboratively with teachers and wider school staff
Role Requirements
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature
- Relevant experience of working with children with SEN is desirable but not necessary
- An understanding of a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH
- A Clear Enhanced DBS check
- GCSE A*-C or equivalent in Maths and English
- Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support (desirable but not essential)
- A strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Why work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant?
- We are an established and trusted education recruitment company with over two decades of experience supporting candidates and schools
- Work with a team of specialist education consultant, many of whom have teaching experience themselves.
- Personalised support and guidance throughout your job search and interviews
- We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education
- Competitive pay rates
Are you passionate about supporting children with SEN and looking for a rewarding role within a supportive primary school? We would love to hear from you! Please send us your updated CV if you are interested.