Teaching Assistant - SEN School - Sutton Location: Sutton Job Title: Teaching Assistant Are you looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant role in Sutton where you can genuinely change lives every single day? We are recruiting for a specialist SEN school in Sutton that is widely recognised for its child-centred approach, exceptional pastoral support, and commitment to helping every pupil develop independence, communication skills, and confidence. This is not a mainstream classroom environment - this is a specialist setting where relationships, patience, and consistency are at the heart of everything. The school supports children and young people with severe and complex learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication difficulties, sensory needs, and additional complex needs. Staff work collaboratively with therapists, teachers, and families to create meaningful outcomes for every pupil. This Teaching Assistant opportunity in Sutton would suit someone who is passionate about supporting children with SEN and wants to be part of a highly supportive, therapeutic, and forward-thinking environment. Why This Teaching Assistant Role Stands Out This specialist school in Sutton has built a reputation for: A genuinely inclusive and nurturing environment Strong staff support and ongoing SEN training A curriculum focused on communication, independence, emotional wellbeing, and life skills Collaborative working with speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and pastoral teams High staff engagement and a positive team culture Supporting pupils to thrive both inside and outside the classroom As a Teaching Assistant, you will be joining a setting where staff are encouraged to build meaningful connections with pupils and where progress is celebrated in all forms - whether academic, social, emotional, or behavioural. The Role - Teaching Assistant (Sutton) As a Teaching Assistant in Sutton, your responsibilities will include: Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Helping pupils regulate emotions and engage positively with learning Supporting communication and interaction throughout the school day Encouraging independence and social development Assisting with sensory-based and personalised learning activities Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff Creating a safe, calm, and engaging learning environment This Teaching Assistant role is full-time and long-term, making it ideal for candidates looking to build a career within SEN education. Who Would Be a Great Fit? We are looking for compassionate and resilient individuals who have experience supporting: Children with SEN Children or young people in schools, nurseries, youth settings, or mentoring roles Vulnerable adults or individuals with additional needs Family members with SEN or complex needs (personal experience is valued) The ideal Teaching Assistant will: Be patient, calm, and proactive Have a genuine passion for SEN education Understand the importance of structure, communication, and emotional regulation Be confident building positive relationships with pupils Want to make a long-term impact in a specialist school setting While experience in care or support work can be highly transferable, this Teaching Assistant role in Sutton is particularly suited to candidates who are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs in an educational setting. What You'll Gain Excellent SEN experience within a highly respected specialist school Ongoing professional development and training opportunities Support from experienced SEN professionals and therapists A rewarding and meaningful Teaching Assistant role The chance to positively impact the lives of children with complex needs every day If you are an empathetic and motivated Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to begin your journey in this exceptional Teaching Assistant role in Sutton. 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.