SEN Teaching Assistant in Sutton, London

Sutton | Full-Time | Multiple Positions Available

Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for a number of SEN Teaching Assistants to join supportive and welcoming schools across Sutton.

These schools support pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), Speech & Language Difficulties, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and SEMH needs. Staff are dedicated to providing a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students can develop both academically and personally.

With multiple vacancies available, these opportunities are ideal for individuals looking to gain experience within SEN education or further develop their existing skills.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them access learning and achieve their individual goals.

• Supporting pupils with SEN both inside and outside the classroom
• Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions
• Encouraging positive behaviour and student engagement
• Assisting with academic, social, and emotional development
• Supporting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities
• Helping implement EHCP targets and individual support plans

• Location: Sutton
• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Type: Temporary with potential permanent opportunities
• Duration: Ongoing
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
• Full-Time: Yes
• Pay Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
• SEN, education, support work, care, youth work, or mentoring experience beneficial
• Patient, resilient, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one
• Provide two professional child-related references covering the last two years

• Accredited CPD courses, including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
• Access to our In-House Training and Development Team
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long-term, temporary-to-permanent, and permanent positions

Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.