Special Needs Teaching Assistant
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What you'll do
- Undertake physical support duties, including hoisting and positioning pupils where required, following full training and established safety procedures
- Promote student independence by supporting the development of self-care and life skills, while providing personal and intimate care with the utmost dignity, sensitivity, and respect
- Work collaboratively as an active member of the school community, building strong, professional relationships with students, parents/carers, colleagues, and external partners
- Develop positive, trusting relationships with students, demonstrating empathy, patience, and a clear understanding of their individual needs
- Deliver tailored support by providing appropriate levels of one-to-one attention, encouragement, and assistance with learning activities to help each student reach their potential
- Support students with mobility needs, including safely assisting and accompanying wheelchair users and those requiring specialist seating systems across the school environment
What they're looking for
- SEND experience
- Ability to undertake physical support duties, including hoisting and positioning pupils
- Ability to provide personal and intimate care with dignity and sensitivity
Nice to have
- Experience working with students with a diagnosis of Autism, SLD, PMLD, complex needs, and speech and language difficulties
- Knowledge of sensory and trauma-informed practice approaches
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Full description from employer
Teaching Assistant - Special School (Sutton)
September 2026 Start Date
Full-Time and Long-Term (Term Time Only)
£93 - £100 per day(Dependant on experience) PAYE
Sutton, South West London
An exceptional school in Sutton is looking for SEN Teaching Assistants to join their supportive leadership team on a long-term basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to be part of a well-established school and drive inclusive practice across the school.
From the moment you step into this setting, you can see their unwavering commitment to their pupils. They are proud champions of their young people and demonstrate their caring, supportive, adaptable and genuine approach to teaching SEND pupils.
Most importantly, we are looking for the right person who can demonstrate respect and ambition for our pupils. We look forward to hearing from you!
About the school:
- Supportive SEND setting, catering to students with a diagnosis of Autism, SLD, PMLD, complex needs, and speech and language difficulties
- Sensory and trauma-informed practice approach
- Strong emphasis on staff wellbeing, including HR support and a wellbeing initiative
- Regular staff social events and wellbeing activities
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will be able to:
- Undertake physical support duties, including hoisting and positioning pupils where required, following full training and established safety procedures
- Promote student independence by supporting the development of self-care and life skills, while providing personal and intimate care with the utmost dignity, sensitivity, and respect
- Work collaboratively as an active member of the school community, building strong, professional relationships with students, parents/carers, colleagues, and external partners
- Develop positive, trusting relationships with students, demonstrating empathy, patience, and a clear understanding of their individual needs.
- Deliver tailored support by providing appropriate levels of one-to-one attention, encouragement, and assistance with learning activities to help each student reach their potential
- Support students with mobility needs, including safely assisting and accompanying wheelchair users and those requiring specialist seating systems across the school environment
- Undertake physical support duties, including hoisting and positioning pupils where required, following full training and established safety procedures
- Promote student independence by supporting the development of self-care and life skills, while providing personal and intimate care with the utmost dignity, sensitivity, and respect
Why choose Parker Smith Inclusion:
- A long-term career, working with SEND/SEMH pupils
- Being part of a supportive and dedicated team, where you feel valued
- Supportive and values-driven leadership team
- Internal training/CPD opportunities
- Competitive salaries
Parker Smith Inclusion is a specialist SEND agency that partners with schools to match SEND educators to the right role and school. If you have SEND experience and are looking for a new role, please don't hesitate to reach out and apply.
Reach out to Jamie Martinez at Parker Smith Inclusion to hear about more SEND Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, or Behavior Mentor opportunities in Sutton, South West London.
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