SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Merton, London |
| Area | South West London, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Special Education - SEN Support Staff |
| Salary | £100 - £130 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | ZL./ WC05.10.26_1791265980 |
| Job Views | 22 |
- Description
SEN Teaching Assistant - Complex Needs - Specialist School - Merton SM4
Are you an experienced, caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting children with complex additional needs?
We are recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in the Merton SM4 area, working with pupils aged 3-19 with severe and complex learning difficulties, PMLD, Autism, physical and sensory disabilities and complex health needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about specialist education and wants to make a genuine difference to pupils' learning, development and independence.
The Role
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex needs.
Support learning, communication, social development and independence.
Work within the Early Years and wider specialist school environment.
Support pupils with PMLD, Autism, physical disabilities and sensory needs.
Assist with sensory, play-based and personalised learning activities.
Support pupils with emotional regulation and communication.
Assist with personal care, feeding and mobility where required.
Follow individual EHCPs, care plans and support strategies.
Work closely with teachers, therapists, nurses and other professionals.
Monitor pupil engagement, wellbeing and progress.
Help maintain a safe, calm and nurturing learning environment.
Who We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience working with children or young people with SEN.
Experience supporting pupils with complex needs, PMLD or Autism is highly desirable.
A patient, compassionate and adaptable approach.
Confidence supporting children with physical, sensory or communication needs.
Good understanding of individualised and sensory-based learning.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Confidence supporting personal care where required.
Experience with Makaton, PECS, AAC, sensory strategies or moving and handling would be beneficial.
Valid Child and Adult DBS essential.
You don't necessarily need a formal teaching qualification. If you have strong hands-on experience supporting children with complex SEN and are passionate about helping pupils develop, we'd like to hear from you.
Why This Role?
Full-time, term-time only.
ASAP start.
Specialist SEN school in Merton SM4.
Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.
Training and professional development opportunities.
Work alongside teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals.
Valuable experience within specialist education.
A genuinely rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
Apply Now
If you're an experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to support pupils with complex needs to learn, develop and thrive, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Whether your background is in SEN education, PMLD, Autism, Early Years, care, healthcare or specialist support, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now for an ASAP start in Merton SM4. Child and Adult DBS essential.
This role is subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
