Daily Supply Teaching Assistant - SEN Secondary School
Location: Greenwich, London
Job Type: Daily Supply
Sector: SEN Secondary School
Pay: £100-£120 per day (depending on experience)
Are you a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant with experience supporting students with special educational needs? Are you looking for flexible, rewarding work in a supportive and specialist school environment? If so, we'd like to hear from you.
About the Role
A welcoming SEN secondary school in Greenwich is seeking reliable and enthusiastic Daily Supply Teaching Assistants to join their team on an ongoing basis. The role involves working closely with students aged 11-18 with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, and moderate to severe learning difficulties.
The successful candidate will support students in and out of the classroom, provide one-to-one and small group support, and contribute to a safe and inclusive learning environment. This role also involves personal care, so experience and confidence in delivering personal care support is essential.
Requirements
Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN in a school or care setting
Experience providing personal care (e.g. toileting, feeding, hygiene support)
Ability to adapt quickly and manage challenging behaviours professionally
A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
Availability for short-notice, daily supply assignments
Desirable Qualifications
Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
Team Teach, Makaton, or PECS training (beneficial but not essential)
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
What We Offer
Flexible work to suit your availability
Opportunities to gain valuable experience in a SEN setting
Supportive and welcoming school environment
Weekly pay at competitive daily rates (£100-£120)
Continued professional development