SEN Teaching Assistant - Streatham
Are you a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity in Streatham?
We are seeking a committed and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Streatham, supporting children with a range of special educational needs. This role is ideal for someone who has hands-on experience working with SEN children and is confident providing calm, consistent, and positive support throughout the school day.
The Opportunity
This SEN Teaching Assistant role in Streatham will involve working closely with pupils who may require additional support with learning, communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, and behaviour.
You will play an important part in helping children feel safe, understood, and included, while supporting them to make progress both academically and personally.
What You'll Be Supporting
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you may work with children who have needs such as:
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Autism Spectrum Disorder, ASD
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ADHD
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SEMH needs
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Speech, language, and communication needs
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Learning difficulties
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Sensory processing needs
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Social, emotional, and behavioural challenges
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
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Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN
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Help children access lessons and learning activities
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Support pupils with routines, transitions, and emotional regulation
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Encourage independence, confidence, and positive social interaction
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Use a patient and nurturing approach to support behaviour and engagement
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Assist teachers with adapting resources and classroom tasks
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Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and other school staff
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Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
What We Need From You
To be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant position, you must:
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Have experience working with SEN children
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Have a Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one
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Be caring, reliable, patient, and resilient
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Be confident supporting children with additional needs
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Have strong communication and teamwork skills
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Understand the importance of safeguarding and child welfare
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Be passionate about making a positive difference in education
Why This SEN Teaching Assistant Role in Streatham?
This opportunity in Streatham offers:
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A supportive and inclusive school environment
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The chance to make a meaningful impact every day
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Experience working with a range of special educational needs
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Support from experienced SEN professionals
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Access to free training and development opportunities
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Ongoing guidance from a dedicated SENDhelp consultant
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A role where your patience, empathy, and commitment will be truly valued
Apply Today
Apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Streatham and take the next step in your education career.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to support children with SEN, build strong relationships, and help pupils reach their full potential.
As a specialist SEND recruiter, child safety and welfare is our number one priority. That is why we conduct thorough checks on all our candidates, and ensure that they abide by our Candidate Code of Conduct.
All Candidates will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS that is actively registered on the Update Service, or apply for one as part of the onboarding process. This is in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. For further information please see our Safer Recruitment Policy.
SENDhelp is an equal opportunities employer.
