Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Hours: Monday – Friday, Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Location: SM5
Start Date: ASAP / September Start Available
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About the Role

A specialist SEN school in SM5 is seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with a range of complex additional needs within a nurturing, structured, and well-resourced environment.

The school supports pupils with Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities, and complex communication needs. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to help pupils access learning, develop independence, and achieve their individual goals. Personal care is an essential part of this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex SEN
• Support pupils with learning activities, communication, and emotional development
• Assist with personal care, including toileting, changing, feeding, and promoting independence where appropriate
• Support the implementation of EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and wider SEN professionals
• Use positive behaviour management and communication strategies to support engagement
• Assist with mobility and physical support where required
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Comfortable providing personal care as part of the role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, caring, and resilient approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to Work in the UK

Desirable:

• Experience supporting pupils with ASC, SLD, PMLD, or physical disabilities
• Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, AAC, or sensory-based learning approaches
• Manual handling training or experience
• Background in education, care, or support work

What This Role Offers

• ASAP and September start opportunities available
• Supportive and experienced SEN leadership team
• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEN training opportunities
• Well-resourced specialist learning environment
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people with complex additional needs