At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with special educational needs in a dynamic classroom environment.
- Company: Choice Teachers, dedicated to inclusive education and student success.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rates, ongoing support, and potential for permanent roles.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career growth in a supportive community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and help them thrive.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN or a passion for supporting diverse learners.
The predicted salary is between 21000 - 25000 £ per year.
Location: Bexley, South East London
Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Industry: Education
Salary: £95 - £115 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2026 (or ASAP)
Choice Teachers are working with a number of welcoming and inclusive schools in Bexley to recruit dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term positions. These SEN Teaching Assistant roles are available across all-through settings, supporting pupils from Primary through to Secondary. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching staff to provide high-quality support to pupils with a range of additional learning needs, helping them to thrive both academically and socially. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant or Support Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
About the Role
- Support pupils across Primary and Secondary age groups
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs
- Work with pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, Speech and Language Needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and other additional needs
- Support teaching staff in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
- Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation
- Adapt learning resources to meet individual pupil needs
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
- Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment
The Ideal Candidate Will
- Have previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Support Worker
- Have experience supporting children or young people with additional needs
- Be patient, caring and resilient
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Be confident supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
- Be passionate about helping children achieve their full potential
- Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one
Experience supporting pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, physical disabilities or complex needs would be highly desirable, although transferable experience will also be considered.
Why Work with Choice Teachers?
- Competitive daily rates
- Dedicated education recruitment consultant
- Long-term opportunities with excellent schools
- Weekly PAYE or Umbrella payment options
- Ongoing support throughout your placement
- Opportunities for permanent employment
Easily Commutable From Bexleyheath, Sidcup, Welling, Erith, Crayford, Belvedere, Dartford, Abbey Wood, Eltham, Plumstead and surrounding South East London areas.
If this role isn't quite what you're looking for, but you're a Teacher, Teaching Assistant or school support staff member seeking work, we may still be able to help. Choice Teachers work with a wide range of schools across London.
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