Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant | Bromley

SEN Teaching Assistant

• Bromley, South East London
• Start Date: ASAP
• Full-Time | Term-Time Only
• Competitive Salary

Make a Difference Every Day

We are looking for a caring, resilient and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary SEND school in Bromley.

This is an exciting opportunity to support students with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties, helping them to achieve both academically and personally.

Whether you have experience as a Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Support Worker or are looking to build a career in SEND education, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

You will:

• Support students on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Help pupils access learning and engage positively in lessons
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence
• Build strong relationships with students, staff and families
• Support students with social, emotional and communication needs
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams
• Create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment

We're Looking For Someone Who:

✔ Is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs

✔ Has experience working with children or young people (school, youth work, care or mentoring backgrounds welcome)

✔ Is patient, positive and resilient

✔ Has strong communication and relationship-building skills

✔ Can remain calm and professional in challenging situations

✔ Is committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing

Desirable Experience

• SEND, SEMH or Autism support
• Teaching Assistant or Behaviour Mentor experience
• Youth Work or Support Work background
• Team Teach, MAPA or de-escalation training
• Experience within a school or alternative provision setting

What You'll Get

• A supportive and welcoming school environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for career progression
• Valuable SEND experience
• The chance to genuinely change young people's lives

If you're passionate about helping students overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential, apply today.