SEN Support Assistant

Posted 03 November 2026 Salary £100 - £120 per day Location England Job type Temporary Discipline Special Education Needs Reference SENSupportAssistants_

Location: Lewisham
Salary: £100 - £117 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:

At Remedy we are recruiting for a passionate SEN support worker on behalf of a specialist school setting based in Lewisham. We are looking for a caring, dedicated and passionate person who will help in providing high quality support to learners and young people with different educational needs. The successful candidate will be passionate about helping individuals thrive and reach their potential.

• SEN School Support Worker
• Special Educational Needs (SEN) learning support at a School setting
• Lewisham, South East London
• Start ASAP
• Term time only
• Clear enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to a range of learners across the day
• Build positive and trusting relationships with learners.
• Support learners with their learning, development and engagement.
• Encourage continued positive behaviour choices, confidence and independence.
• Help maintain a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment for all.
• Follow all policies and procedures on a daily basis.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and adaptable.
• Passionate about supporting learning and young people to succeed.
• Confident building positive relationships with learners.
• Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Willing to learn and develop through hands on experience.
• Able to work effectively as part of a supportive team.
• Experienced working with children or young people is beneficial, but not essential.
• An Enhanced DBS check is required, or you must be willing to apply for one.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable experience within Alternative Provision and SEN education. You will receive support from an experienced team and have the opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference to learners every day.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.