SEN - Learning Support Assistant

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant | SEND School | ASAP Start

Location: South Norwood
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Pay: £100 - £110 per day

Reed Education are currently recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join the dedicated team at a lovely SEND School on a full-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a specialist setting supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), communication needs, sensory needs, and challenging behaviours .

The successful candidate will play a key role in helping students access learning, build confidence, develop independence, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and socially.

The Role

Supporting pupils with Autism, MLD, SLD and additional SEND needs

Working 1:1 and in small groups to support learning and development

Assisting pupils with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation

Implementing behaviour support strategies and promoting positive engagement

Supporting pupils with sensory needs and individual learning plans

Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other SEND professionals

Encouraging independence, confidence, and life skills development

Assisting with personal care where required

Ideal Candidates

Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND

Experience supporting Autism, learning difficulties, SEMH, or complex needs

Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker, Nursery Practitioner, or similar background

Patient, resilient, and nurturing approach

Strong behaviour management and communication skills

A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

Experience within a SEND school, specialist provision, PRU, or care setting is highly desirable

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding role within a specialist school environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

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