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Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?
Are you looking to boost your CV or kick-start your career in teaching?
Academics are a leading London agency looking to hire proactive, enthusiastic Teaching Assistants at an excellent Special Needs School (SEN) in Southwark.
- Rate 95-110 per day.
- Borough: Southwark.
- Hours: 9:00-15:30, Monday to Friday.
- Class sizes are 8-10 pupils, with a teacher and at least 3 TAs per class.
- Start date: January 2026.
- Duration: Most carry on for the academic year - opportunities for permanent jobs after 6-12 months on supply.
About the School:
- Opportunity to collaborate with Therapy Teams such as Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists to support every day activities and communication
- Opportunities to work in workshops such as Creative Art Clubs, Employability modules, and even an opportunity for extracurricular programs to grow their confidence and support their future.
- Opportunities for activities to support personal development from sporting events to volunteering.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) your responsibilities will include:
- Provide support to learners aged 10-19 years old, within an SEN school.
- Passionate about supporting young people with Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD, SLD).
- Passionate about working with young people with Autism (ASD).
- Work in partnership with, peers, parents, carers, to ensure the best possible platform is given.
- Be able to commit to long term work in Islington.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be committed to striving for the best outcome for the young people you work with.
- Eagerness to work in SEND.
- Passionate about supporting young people with SEND.
- Approachable and have the needed attributes to engage with learners within the SEN school.
If you are interested in career progression, and don't want to miss out on this opportunity starting in the new year, Apply Now to make a difference!
