SEND Lunch Cover – SEMH & ASD Location: Wallington, SM6 Hours: 11:30am – 1:30pm Additional Hours: Potential additional hours may be available Start Date: September 2026
Are you passionate about supporting pupils with SEND and looking for flexible work within a specialist school? A welcoming and supportive specialist school in Wallington is looking for a caring and reliable SEND Teaching Assistant to provide lunch cover for pupils with SEMH, ASD and complex additional needs, including pupils who are non-verbal.
The Role
- Support pupils during lunchtime and unstructured periods
- Provide support to pupils with SEMH and ASD
- Support non-verbal pupils with communication and interaction
- Help pupils regulate and manage their emotions
- Encourage positive social interaction and independence
- Support pupils to have a safe and positive lunchtime experience
- Help with personal care where required
- Monitor pupils and respond appropriately to their individual needs
- Work closely with teachers and the wider support team
- Provide a calm, patient and consistent presence throughout lunchtime
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
- Caring, patient and reliable
- Experienced working with pupils with SEND, SEMH or ASD
- Comfortable supporting non-verbal pupils
- Calm and confident when supporting emotional regulation
- Able to build positive relationships with pupils
- Proactive and able to work independently
- A strong team player with good communication skills
- Reliable and committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, support worker, carer or parent of a child with SEND is welcomed.
This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.
Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.
The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).
If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.
You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.
Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.
Contact: Patsy Boguzas
Telephone: 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031
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SEND Lunch Cover – SEMH & ASD in Wallington employer: Axcis Education
Axcis Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the wellbeing of both staff and students. Located in the vibrant area of Stoke Newington, London, employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and a collaborative environment that fosters personal growth. With a strong commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with PMLD and complex needs, Axcis Education stands out as a rewarding place to work for those passionate about education and care.
