Teaching Assistants - Visual Impairment / SEND in City of London

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with visual impairments? Do you have experience working with pupils with SEND, sensory impairments or complex learning needs? Are you patient, compassionate and committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist SEND school in the Wimbledon area, supporting pupils aged 3 to 16 years old with visual impairments and additional learning needs. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about inclusive education and can provide tailored support to pupils with varying levels of visual impairment, including those with complex needs and additional disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a rewarding specialist setting where you can make a genuine difference to pupils' learning, independence and development.

The Role

• Support pupils aged 3–16 with visual impairments and additional SEND needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support, adapting activities to meet individual learning requirements.
• Assist pupils with classroom activities, communication and accessing the curriculum.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development.
• Support pupils with mobility, orientation and navigating their learning environment safely.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other support staff.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND Support Worker.
• Experience supporting pupils with visual impairments is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of SEND, including autism, PMLD, SLD or complex learning difficulties.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• A willingness to undertake personal care responsibilities where required.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

In return, TeacherActive offers:

• Competitive daily rates of £90–£120.
• Long‑term opportunities within specialist SEND provisions.
• Access to CPD and professional development.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in pupils' lives.
• PAYE payment options.

All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

About TeacherActive: TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement: TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance: Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.