Senior SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 & Small Groups in Clapham

Locations: Clapham | Wandsworth | Kingston | Twickenham | Richmond | Wimbledon | Sutton | Merton | Surbiton | Teddington & Surrounding Areas

Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities Available
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing Recruitment
Salary: Competitive Daily Rates (£90-£110 per day depending on experience)

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic, dedicated, and experienced SEN Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), and General Teaching Assistants to work across a variety of secondary schools, specialist provisions, and SEN schools throughout South West and South London.

Whether you have extensive SEN experience or a strong background supporting young people in education, we are keen to hear from individuals who are passionate about making a difference and helping students achieve their full potential.

Successful candidates may be required to:

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support small intervention groups within the classroom.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Work with students with a range of needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, Speech & Language difficulties, MLD, PMLD and learning difficulties.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Help students remain engaged and on task throughout lessons.
• Support pupils both academically and socially.
• Assist with personal care where required (training provided where appropriate).
• Build strong and trusting relationships with students and staff.
• Adapt to the needs of different schools and individual learners.

✅ Previous experience working within schools, youth work, care settings, coaching, mentoring, or SEN environments.

✅ A genuine passion for supporting young people.

✅ Excellent communication and behaviour management skills.

✅ A proactive, reliable, and positive attitude.

✅ The ability to remain calm and resilient in challenging situations.

✅ Experience supporting SEN students is highly desirable.

✅ A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

✅ Full-time availability Monday to Friday.

• Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Autism (ASD)
• ADHD
• SEMH
• Learning Support
• Classroom Support
• Youth Work
• Residential Care
• Mental Health Support
• Sports Coaching
• Behaviour Mentoring
• Graduate Teaching Assistant Roles
• School-Based Support Roles

• Full-time positions across a variety of local schools.
• Long-term placements with opportunities to secure permanent contracts.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to CPD and safeguarding training.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across different school settings.
• Flexible opportunities tailored to your skills and experience.

We partner with a wide range of highly regarded schools across Clapham, Wandsworth, Kingston, Twickenham, Richmond, Wimbledon, Sutton, Merton, and surrounding boroughs, providing consistent opportunities for support staff who are committed, adaptable, and passionate about education.

If you're looking for a rewarding full-time role where you can positively impact the lives of young people every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our growing network of support staff and start making a difference in South London's schools. Whether you're an experienced SEN TA, LSA, or a Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity, we have roles available now.