At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with Autism and learning difficulties in a nurturing primary school environment.
- Company: Warm and welcoming specialist SEN primary school in Southwark.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, term-time only, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team of specialists and enjoy a fulfilling role starting January 2027.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working with a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND, particularly autism, and a degree in Psychology or education is desirable.
Want a role where your personality can make a real difference in children's lives? Are you someone who brings enthusiasm to any room you walk into? Have you worked or volunteered with children with additional needs?
As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Southwark, you'll join a warm, welcoming school where pupils aged 4 to 11 are supported to feel safe, understood and included. You'll work alongside specialist teachers, Speech & Language therapists, Occupational therapists, Educational Psychologists and Play Therapists, and you'll have the backing of a collaborative team of support staff. Together, you'll provide a patient, reassuring and informed approach that helps pupils through sensory overload, emotional dysregulation and the everyday challenges of school life - promoting a nurturing, inclusive environment where every pupil feels valued.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Professional, voluntary or personal experience of SEND, particularly autism
- A Psychology degree
- A degree (desirable) linked to education or SEND
- Some experience supporting children - you might be a parent of a child with additional needs, or have experience in a nursery, children's clubs, sports coaching, youth work or another role where engaging and supporting children is at the core of what you do
You'll be working in a structured, nurturing school built around the needs of autistic pupils so if you're caring, patient and enthusiastic about helping children thrive, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
JOB STARTING IN JANUARY 2027! APPLY TODAY! Applications close on 18/12/2026.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary SEN School, Southwark employer: Academics
Academics in Portsmouth is an excellent employer for supply teachers, offering flexible working hours and competitive pay rates that allow educators to maintain a healthy work-life balance. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a supportive network of diverse schools, employees can enhance their teaching skills while enjoying the variety of day-to-day assignments. This role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in education while enjoying the benefits of a dynamic work environment.
