SEN Teaching Assistant

Salary/Rate:£85 - £95
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Merton
County:South West London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:9111
Post Date:09.04.25
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About the Role

SEN Teaching Assistant
Merton | £85–£95 PAYE

ASAP Start Date

SEN Primary School

Working with; Autism, Complex Needs, SLD and PMLD

At Parker Smith Inclusion, we believe that every child deserves to feel seen, heard and supported. We’re not just filling vacancies – we’re building a community of passionate, caring professionals who want to make a genuine impact in the lives of children with special educational needs.

We are currently working with a friendly and inclusive SEND School in Merton looking for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to work and engage with students with additional needs.

The Role – SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

  • Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with a range of learning difficulties and dysregulated behaviour.
  • Autism, Complex Needs, SLD, communication needs, heightened sensory difficulties, physical disabilities and PMLD
  • Helping to implement individual strategies to support emotional regulation and positive engagement.
  • Working alongside the SENCO, SEN teachers, and pastoral team to ensure the child’s needs are fully understood and met.
  • Being a compassionate and consistent SEN Teaching Assistant, making every day count for the child you support.

What This School Offers:

This is a well-supported, welcoming SEN Primary School where inclusion isn’t just a word – it’s a way of life. You’ll feel the warmth from day one, joining a team that values each staff member and sees the crucial role a SEN Teaching Assistant plays in the bigger picture.

The leadership team understands the challenges and the joys of supporting pupils with additional needs and will provide you with the guidance, resources and emotional support to thrive in your role.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar role supporting children with SEND.
  • Confidence in working with children who may present challenging or dysregulated behaviour.
  • Patience, empathy, and a trauma-informed approach to building trust.
  • A team player who is ready to get stuck in and be a steady, positive influence in a child’s day.

Why Parker Smith Inclusion?

We are SEND specialists who put people first. We’ll take the time to understand you and match you with a role where you’ll feel confident and supported. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll never feel like just a number – we’re with you every step of the way.

  • Location: Merton
  • Rate: £85 – £95 per day PAYE
  • Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
  • Start Date: ASAP

If you are interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant position, please apply below or contact Jamie at Parker Smith Inclusion.

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