Sen Teaching Assistant

12 Days Old

SEN Teaching Assistant Post 16
Full time Monday to Friday
January start - Trials ASAP

A specialist post 16 provision in SE11 is looking for a committed and confident SEN Teaching Assistant to support learners who have Autism, learning disabilities, communication needs and barriers around independence. The environment is warm, structured and supportive, with students benefiting from routine, emotional safety and clear guidance.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to help learners engage in sessions, build life skills, manage anxieties and develop communication and social interaction. This role suits someone patient, proactive and able to maintain calm, consistent boundaries.

Key responsibilities

* Supporting post 16 students with Autism and complex learning needs

* Assisting with communication, emotional regulation and independence skills

* Providing one to one and small group support

* Helping students access lessons, community activities and daily routines

* Following support plans and working closely with the teaching team

* Promoting a safe, positive and inclusive environment

Requirements

* Experience working with young people who have SEN

* Experience in a secondary school or post 16 setting

* Confident supporting Autism, learning disabilities or challenging behaviour

* Reliable, patient and able to build positive relationships

* Able to commit to full time hours Monday to Friday

Important information about start dates
The provision is trialing candidates over the next one to two weeks. It is very important that your application and compliance documents are completed promptly once an initial phone call has taken place. This helps us move you forward quickly for trial dates.

What the role offers

* Supportive staff and leadership

* Training and professional development

* A calm and structured learning environment

* Opportunity to secure a long term role

If you have SEN experience and enjoy supporting older learners to grow their confidence and life skills, we would love to hear from you
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Location:
Kennington
Salary:
£100 - £120 /day Dependent on experience
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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