At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs using creative methods and build positive relationships.
- Company: Inclusive primary and SEND schools in South-East London with a nurturing environment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing support, training opportunities, and potential for permanent roles.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to pupil wellbeing and personalised learning.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while using your creativity and passion.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or a creative background is preferred but not essential.
Creative SEND Teaching Assistant in Southwark, South-East London.
Pay: £95 - £110 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
About the Role
Vocational Recruitment is working in partnership with various primary and SEND schools across South-East London to appoint a Creative SEND Teaching Assistant for full-time roles starting immediately. This is a rewarding long-term opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs through creativity, engagement, and positive relationship-building. Whether your background is in the arts, drama, music, dance, youth work, psychology, sports coaching, or education, we would love to hear from you. Experience working with children or young people with SEND is preferred but not essential. A genuine passion for helping children thrive and a creative approach to learning are key.
About the School
Various well-established, inclusive primary and SEND schools located across South-East London. The schools have a supportive and approachable senior leadership team, a strong commitment to inclusion and personalised learning, dedicated SEND provisions and specialist support staff, a nurturing environment where pupil wellbeing is prioritised, and creative and engaging approaches to teaching and learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils with SEND on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Use creative approaches to engage pupils in learning and social development
- Assist teachers in delivering differentiated and personalised learning activities
- Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and independence skills
- Encourage participation, confidence, and positive interactions throughout the school day
- Adapt resources and activities to meet individual learning needs
- Support behaviour positively through consistency, patience, and understanding
- Monitor pupil progress and contribute to individual support plans where required
- Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, therapists, and external professionals
- Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all pupils at all times
Requirements
- Experience working with children, young people, or individuals with additional needs (desirable)
- A creative background in arts, drama, music, dance, sports coaching, youth work, or similar fields (desirable)
- Knowledge and understanding of SEND, including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and SEMH (desirable)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A patient, adaptable, and positive approach to supporting children
- Strong organisational skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
- A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential
What the School Offers
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- Ongoing support from experienced SEND professionals and leadership teams
- Opportunities for training, professional development, and career progression
- Access to specialist resources and SEND provisions
- A collaborative and supportive working environment
- Potential for a permanent contract in the future
Creative SEND TA in Otley employer: vocational recruitment
Vocational Recruitment is an excellent employer for those seeking a fulfilling role as a Creative SEND Teaching Assistant in Southwark, South-East London. With a strong commitment to inclusion and personalised learning, the schools offer a nurturing environment where creativity thrives, alongside ongoing support from experienced professionals and ample opportunities for training and career progression. Join a welcoming community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children with additional needs.
