Your new companyHAYS Education is working in partnership with a thriving and inclusive secondary school in London to recruit a passionate and experienced SEND Specialist Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting students with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities-ensuring they are fully included, engaged, and able to make strong progress both academically and socially.

Your new role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEND, including those with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and learning difficulties.
• Assist the classroom teacher in planning and delivering differentiated learning activities.
• Help create supportive, structured learning environments that promote independence and confidence.
• Implement personalised strategies and interventions based on EHCP targets.
• Work effectively with the SENCO, teaching staff, and external professionals to ensure students receive consistent, high-quality support.
• Contribute to progress monitoring and provide feedback on student development.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience supporting young people with SEND in a secondary school or similar setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and behaviour-support strategies.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach when working with students.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Relevant training (e.g., Team Teach, Autism Awareness, SEMH) is desirable.

What you'll get in return

• A supportive SEN team and strong leadership committed to inclusion.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Welcoming, positive staff culture.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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