SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant
Location:Lambeth
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Contract: Full-Time
About the Role
Principal Education is recruiting dedicated, patient and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), complex needs and additional learning needs.
Working across secondary and post-16 provisions, you will provide tailored support to students through a combination of 1:1 support and small-group activities, helping them access learning, develop independence, build confidence and achieve their individual goals.
We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with individuals with additional needs, whether gained through education, care, psychology, residential settings or community-based support.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with ASD, complex needs and additional learning needs.
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Help students access learning activities and tailored learning strategies.
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Adapt your communication and support strategies to meet individual student needs.
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Build positive, trusting relationships with students.
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Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other support staff to create a safe, inclusive learning environment.
Who We Are Looking For
We welcome applications from candidates with a range of professional backgrounds, particularly:
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Care Assistants & Support Workers
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Psychology Graduates
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SEN Teaching Assistants
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Residential Support Workers
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Behaviour Mentors
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Youth Workers
You do not necessarily need previous classroom experience. We are interested in individuals who have the right attitude, transferable skills and genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs.
Essential Qualities
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Patient, empathetic and resilient, with a calm and positive approach.
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Confident supporting individuals with ASD and complex needs.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Able to build positive relationships and establish trust with young people.
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A genuine commitment to promoting inclusion, independence and student wellbeing.
Why Apply?
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Full-time, Monday-Friday position.
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Consistent working hours, 8:30am-4:00pm.
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Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a specialist SEN setting.
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Work across secondary and post-16 provisions.
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Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people.
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Autism & Complex Needs SEN Teaching Assistant Required In Lambeth employer: Principal Recruitment
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