SEN Teaching Assistant (Special School)

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference ELMSEPT_1780408821
Closing date July 3, 2026
Location South East London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEN Teaching Assistant (Special School) - Lambeth

Location: Lambeth Start Date: September Pay: £110-£125 per day Contract: Full-time, term time only | 1-year contract (potential temp to perm)

About the Role

A specialist secondary setting is seeking an experienced and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. You will be supporting students aged 11-19 with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech and language needs, and moderate learning difficulties.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to work within a structured, supportive environment where staff play a key role in promoting both academic progress and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs
  • Support students with learning, communication and emotional regulation
  • Work alongside teachers and therapists to deliver personalised learning
  • Promote positive behaviour in line with the school's approach
  • Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment
  • Support students in developing independence and essential life skills

    • The School

    The school is a well-established community special school offering a creative and practical curriculum designed to support pupils with complex learning and communication needs.

    There is a strong emphasis on:

  • Building confidence, resilience and independence
  • Developing social and emotional skills
  • Preparing students for the next stage of education, training or employment

    • Staff work collaboratively to create a positive, relationship-driven environment where every student is supported to thrive.

    Requirements

  • Essential: Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
  • Strong understanding of needs such as ASD, SLCN and learning difficulties
  • Patient, calm and resilient approach
  • Ability to build strong, professional relationships with students
  • A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

    • Why Apply?

  • Opportunity to work in a specialist SEN setting
  • Supportive and experienced staff team
  • Chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives
  • Potential for a permanent position

    • Safeguarding

    The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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