Teaching Assistant

Summary:

Teaching Assistant job opportunity at a school in London Borough of Sutton. Support students with complex needs.

About the School:

The school is dedicated to providing a strengths-based, wellbeing-centred education for students with complex learning needs, autism, and disabilities. It fosters an inclusive, supportive environment focused on self-regulation and personal growth.

The Opportunity:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with complex learning needs, autism, and disabilities across multiple campuses. You will work closely with students, parents, and staff to ensure a safe, nurturing, and effective learning environment. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with diverse needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students with complex learning needs, autism, and disabilities in a classroom environment.
• Establish positive, trusting relationships with students and provide individualised attention and assistance.
• Assist with physical support, including helping students move around school, using wheelchairs, and hoisting as required.
• Support students in developing independence and self-care skills with dignity and respect.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies to meet student needs.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and emotionally regulated environment for all students.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and contribute to the school’s commitment to student welfare.
• Provide assistance with learning tasks and adapt to the unique needs of each student.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Experience supporting students in a classroom environment, particularly those with special educational needs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, including with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Willingness to provide physical support and assistance, including manual handling where required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Experience working with autistic learners or students with complex learning needs.
• Knowledge of self-regulation strategies and inclusive education practices.
• Experience with personal care support and maintaining student dignity.
• Previous experience in a special needs or SEND setting.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on NJC Pay Scale, Grade 4-5.
• Part-time contract with 30.75 hours per week.
• Permanent employment opportunity.