Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Job Type: 8:30am – 3:30pm, September Start

Location: Lewisham

Salary: £96-£105

The Role: Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Lewisham

As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide tailored support to pupils with Autism across the school. You’ll play a vital role in helping children access learning, build confidence, and thrive both academically and socially.

Whether working one-to-one or within small groups, your calm and consistent approach will help create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment where every child can flourish. This is a deeply rewarding role ideal for someone who wants to make a real difference.

A Special Needs Teaching Assistant will be expected to:

• Provide one-on-one assistance to students with Autism
• Lead structured interventions to improve student attainment and communication skills
• Adapt teaching materials and methods to suit individual learning styles and abilities
• Promote positive behaviour and help manage challenging behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide emotional support and encourage social interaction.
• Observe and record progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Report concerns to the teacher or SENCO
• Encourage independence and build student confidence

Qualifications and requirements – Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Lewisham

• Experience in a similar role/ Leading Interventions
• Experience working with SEND needs, particularly Autism
• Enhanced DBS is required
• Proven ability to solve problems quickly and remain calm
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits – Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Lewisham  

In return, the school can offer the successful Special Needs Teaching Assistant the following:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of education
• Training courses provided

Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Lewisham