SEN Teacher Assistant

Job description

• Immediate Start
• Long-term work
• Complex Needs Teaching Assistant
• Primary & Secondary School in Greenwich
• Up to £108 daily

We are looking for a caring and committed Complex Needs Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming all-through SEN school supporting pupils from primary through to secondary age.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people with a range of complex needs, including Autism, ADHD, physical disabilities, and medical needs, helping them access learning and thrive in a supportive environment.

You will be working in a school where a warm, inclusive, and ambitious approach sits at the heart of everything. The curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, celebrate individuality, and support every learners well-being.
What youll be doing:

• Supporting pupils with complex SEN needs across primary and secondary phases
• Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs
• Assisting with learning, communication, and life skills development
• Supporting personal care and medical needs where required
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and wider SEN teams
• Helping create a calm, structured, and nurturing learning environment

What were looking for:

• A patient, compassionate, and resilient approach
• Experience with SEN (complex needs, Autism, or ADHD preferred but not essential)
• A strong team player with good communication skills
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

Why Horizon Teachers?

• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Earn up to £300 in vouchers for successful referrals.
• One of the highest rated agencies with a 4.8* Google review rating from teachers and support staff.

If youre passionate about inclusive education and want to support pupils to achieve their full potential, wed love to hear from you.


Operam Education Groupincludes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Eltham

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £92.00 and £108.00 Per Hour

Published at

12-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English