Join a supportive SEND school in Sutton where you'll make a meaningful difference to children's daily lives during their most social time of day.
Sutton, South London
Hours: Lunchtime Hours, Term Time Only
Contract: Temporary with Potential for Permanent Placement
Pay: Competitive Hourly Rate
Lunchtime Support Assistant, SEND School
Axcis Education is currently recruiting for a caring and proactive Lunchtime Support Assistant to work within a supportive SEND school in Sutton.
This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and additional complex needs during lunchtime and unstructured periods of the school day. You will play a vital role in helping pupils develop independence, social skills, and positive play behaviours while ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
This position is ideal for candidates with experience in education, care, support work, childcare, or healthcare settings.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Lunchtime Support Assistant, you will:
- Supervise and support pupils during lunch and recreational periods
- Encourage pupils to engage in independent and cooperative play activities
- Support the development of social interaction, communication, and friendship skills
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
- Assist pupils with transitions between lunchtime activities and lessons
- Provide support to pupils with autism, SEND, and complex needs
- Ensure a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable lunchtime environment
- Support pupils with eating and drinking where required
- Provide personal care support in line with individual care plans
The Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience supporting children or young people with SEND, ASD, autism, learning disabilities, or complex needs
- Is patient, caring, and able to build positive relationships with pupils
- Can encourage independence while providing appropriate support
- Has strong communication and teamwork skills
- Is confident supporting pupils with personal care needs
- Remains calm, flexible, and positive in a busy school environment
- Has a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
Why Work Through Axcis Education?
- Competitive rates of pay
- Ongoing support from a dedicated SEND recruitment consultant
- Access to free CPD and SEND-focused training
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
- Work within supportive and inclusive school environments
- Make a meaningful difference to the daily lives of children with additional needs
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