Teaching Assistant SEN

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary SEN School - Wandsworth

Location: Wandsworth, South West London
Pay: £100-£117 per day
Hours: Full-Time Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term
Setting: Specialist SEN Secondary School

SEN Teaching Assistant - Wandsworth

Remedy Education is currently recruiting for a strong, experienced and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary SEN school based in Wandsworth, South West London.

The school supports secondary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning difficulties, communication needs and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

We are looking for a confident, proactive and resilient Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships with students, manage challenging situations calmly and provide consistent support throughout the school day.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous SEN experience who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to secondary-aged students with SEN.
• Support pupils with ASD, learning difficulties and additional communication needs.
• Assist teachers with delivering adapted lessons and classroom activities.
• Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour management and social development.
• Use positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies when required.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Help maintain a structured, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff to meet individual pupil needs.
• Assist with personal care where required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is essential.
• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils is highly desirable.
• Confident supporting students with ASD, learning difficulties and challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Patient, resilient, reliable and able to use initiative.
• Comfortable providing 1:1 support and working with small groups.
• Team Teach, MAPA or other positive handling training would be advantageous.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Why Join Remedy Education?

• Competitive daily pay of £100-£117.
• Full-time, long-term opportunity within a specialist SEN secondary school.
• Supportive and experienced teaching team.
• Opportunity to gain further experience working with a range of special educational needs.
• Potential for long-term career development.
• Dedicated support from an experienced SEN recruitment consultant.

If you have any questions please call or ask for Dylan at Remedy Education.