At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with special educational needs in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Sherwood Foundation School, a specialist school dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, part-time hours, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of learners with diverse needs.
- Qualifications: Experience in classroom support is a plus, but passion is key!
The predicted salary is between 22252 - 24970 £ per year.
Sherwood Foundation School is a Foundation Special School located in the London Borough of Sutton and made up of three campuses:
- Sherwood Park Campus: A specialist school for learners aged 3 - 19 years who have severe, multiple and complex learning difficulties and/or disabilities. All learners require high levels of adult support to access learning.
- Sherwood Hill Campus: A specialist school for autistic learners aged 3 - 19 years who have multiple and complex barriers to learning, requiring high levels of support to access education and learning around their peers.
- Sherwood Manor Campus: A specialist school primarily for Autistic learners aged 11 - 19 years who have moderate to severe barriers to learning. Most of our pupils can access a highly adapted formal learning environment with high levels of adult support.
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will be able to:
- Communicate and work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team including students, parents and carers, other staff and external agencies.
- Establish positive relationships with students and empathise with their needs.
- Provide levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to students’ needs.
- Physically support learners and push those who use wheelchairs and/or special seating systems within school and also hoist and position some of the pupils. Guidance and manual handling training will be given.
- Work with learners on their independence and self-care procedures and support pupils with their intimate and personal care with dignity and respect.
Experience of supporting students in a classroom environment, including those with special educational needs is desirable, but we have lots of experience supporting TAs to do well from all sorts of backgrounds. Most importantly we are looking for the right person who can demonstrate a respect and ambition for our pupils.
For an application form please apply via TES. Please note applicants must demonstrate how they meet all sections and subsections of the person specification for this role.
Safeguarding Recruitment Statement: Sherwood Foundation School is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to receipt of a completed application, satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.
Interviews: Week commencing 13th July, 2026.
SEND Teaching Assistant (Closing date midday on 3 rd July) employer: Sherwood Foundation School
Sherwood Foundation School is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students with special educational needs. Located in the vibrant London Borough of Sutton, the school offers a collaborative culture where teamwork and empathy are at the forefront, ensuring that every staff member feels valued and empowered in their role.
Contact Details:
Sherwood Foundation School Recruitment Team
