Psychology Graduate - Teaching Assistant

Posted 24 March 2022
Salary £70 - £80 per day
Job type Contract
Discipline Primary Education
ReferencepsychologygradTASELo_1648128323

Job description

Psychology Graduate - Teaching Assistant

Southwark, South East London

ASAP Start

Remedy Education are pleased to be working with a special needs school in Southwark. They are recruiting several graduate teaching assistants to start ASAP. These are full-time or part time positions for the remainder of the academic year, via the agency.

This outstanding multi-cultural school caters for a diverse group of 2-16 year-olds, providing encouragement and a positive learning environment. Students have a range of needs including ASD and SEMH. The school's area of expertise is a focus on autism and behavioural needs.

The selected applicants will ideally have previous SEN experience; however, the school are open to applications from candidates, who do not have a wealth of experience, but are willing and want to learn. You will work 1:1 and with small groups of children who have ASD needs. As well as supporting students academically, you will also work to develop self-confidence and improve independence. As well as working with the class teacher, you will also work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team.

You will have a caring, calm personality with a keen interest to progress in the field of SEN.

Job Responsibilities

  • Comfortable supporting pupils with various special needs
  • Ability to engage and support pupils
  • Assist with personal care if needed
  • Supervising pupils behaviour

Benefits to you

  • Free SEND workshop
  • Free Team Teach Training
  • Excellent rates of pay
  • Valuable classroom-based experience
  • The flexibility of working Full-Time or Part-Time.

Job Requirements

  • Experience of supporting children or young adults with learning difficulties or disabilities desirable.
  • Able to stay calm and de-escalate challenging Behaviour.
  • Valid DBS registered with the online update service or be willing to apply for a new one
  • Available 5 days a week and able to commit to at least 3-6 months

If you are looking for a rewarding role in SEND and want to make difference, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV today or you can contact Carly Walters on or via email,