SEN Teaching Assistant – Merton
- Merton, South West London
- £90 – £95 per day (PAYE)
- Full-time, long-term (term-time only)
- Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm
- ASAP Start
Suitable for: Graduates with school-based experience or experienced SEN Teaching Assistants
Some of the most rewarding moments in education is when you are supporting neurodiverse pupils. Being able to take offer support to pupils, adapting to their needs and allowing them time to process everything in a specialist setting.
We are working with a wonderful specialist SEN school in Merton that supports children and young people aged 9-16 with autism.
Many of the students have additional needs such as ADHD, speech, language, and communication needs, learning delay, and current/ongoing and historic trauma.
This is a long-term, full-time Autism Teaching Assistant position, ideal for anyone passionate about making a positive impact in special education.
About the role/School:
- Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups, helping them access the curriculum and reach personal goals
- The aim is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where students can thrive.
- Bespoke education in a supportive, nurturing environment, all set in a building that has been specifically remodelled for our students’ needs.
- Our therapeutic and academic curriculum offers young people the opportunity to develop skills for life beyond school, and to grow into confident young adults who enjoy a fulfilling life.
- Using creative and sensory strategies to engage and motivate learners
- Promoting communication, confidence, and independence
- Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
- Supporting students’ emotional regulation and well-being
About you:
- A supportive, inclusive environment with small class sizes
- Collaborative multi-disciplinary team (teachers, therapists, and support staff)
- Excellent leadership and professional development opportunities
- Training pathways for those interested in progressing into teaching or therapy
- A positive, child-centred ethos that celebrates every student’s progress
- You are caring, patient, and genuinely passionate about supporting children with special educational needs
- You may be a recent graduate (Psychology, Education, Child Development, etc.)
- Or you may have previous experience in schools, care, or youth support
- You are reliable, proactive, and committed to helping every pupil thrive
We are an ethical SEND specialist consultancy, proudly PAYE only, with no umbrella deductions or hidden costs.
We believe in genuine partnerships, transparency, and finding the right long-term fit for both schools and candidates.
If you are interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant position, apply today or contact Jamie Martinez at Parker Smith Inclusion.