30 special needs therapy assistant jobs found

Health and Social Care Graduate Are you a motivated Graduate looking to begin a rewarding career in education and training? We are seeking a passionate Health and Social Care Graduate to work as a Learning Support Assistant in a special school based in Barking and Dagenham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate who is eager to gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional needs. The role is ideal for anyone considering a long-term career in education and training, psychology, social work, therapy, or related fields. As a Health and Social Care Graduate, you will: Work as a Learning Support Assistant in a specialist school setting Support students with special educational needs (SEN), including autism, ADHD, and complex needs Assist with personalised learning plans Provide emotional, social, and behavioural support Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff Gain invaluable experience within educationThe school is located in...

Teaching Assistant - Special Needs / Learning Disabilities - £90 to £110 per day Join a remarkable, purpose-built all-age school (3-19 years) dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). Our pupils may have additional sensory needs, physical disabilities or display challenging behaviour - and they deserve the very best support. We're looking for enthusiastic, imaginative and energetic individuals who are passionate about special education. You'll be part of a highly skilled team supporting 125 pupils through a rich, personalised curriculum, being trained in using approaches such as PECS, Makaton, TEACCH, Sensory Integration, Positive Touch and a range of complementary therapies. The role would entail supporting a child with needs on a one-to-one basis, assisting them in learning, social skills, understanding concepts, encouraging communication, ensuring they feel comfortable and safe, and motivating them to achieve....

Teaching Assistant - Special Needs / Learning Disabilities - £90 to £110 per day Join a remarkable, purpose-built all-age school (3-19 years) dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). Our pupils may have additional sensory needs, physical disabilities or display challenging behaviour - and they deserve the very best support. We're looking for enthusiastic, imaginative and energetic individuals who are passionate about special education. You'll be part of a highly skilled team supporting 125 pupils through a rich, personalised curriculum, being trained in using approaches such as PECS, Makaton, TEACCH, Sensory Integration, Positive Touch and a range of complementary therapies. The role would entail supporting a child with needs on a one-to-one basis, assisting them in learning, social skills, understanding concepts, encouraging communication, ensuring they feel comfortable and safe, and motivating them to achieve....

Aspiring Probation Officer - Young Offenders - Mental Health - Dorking - Education and Training The School: Aspiring Probation Officer - Young Offenders - Mental Health - Dorking The school is near Dorking and provides support for children aged 9-16 years who have a range of learning and behavioural needs due to social, emotional and mental health challenges. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details specific needs in terms of care and support. The school provides a safe learning environment for children who suffer with high levels of anxiety, which can result in a lack of focus and challenging behaviour. The school also provides therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy, music, speech and language therapies where these are part of the young person's EHCP. The curriculum team works closely with therapists to ensure the correct physical and emotional support is available at all times. What is involved:...

This role is about helping special needs students one-on-one with their words, talking, hand-eye skills, and making friends. The students at this school have a range of needs so a passion for supporting people with additional needs would be ideal You'll work closely with them in different classes like swimming, music, art, and sports. The job starts now or anytime this term. You might also get to work with therapy teams, like dogs and speech therapists. Job details: It's in Sutton. It's full-time, Monday to Thursday. It's a long-term job with the opportunity to go permanent. You'll work with college age pupils - 16+. Classes have 5 to 8 students. You'll help students learn life skills and make friends. You'll help in fun classes like music, art, sports, and cooking. You can get training while you work. It's easy to get to by public transport. What we're looking for: You love working with children and young adults. You're good at talking and listening. You're patient...

We are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team at a group of inclusive schools in Lambeth, supporting children and young people aged 4–16 across Primary, Secondary, and specialist ASD settings. This is a full-time position working in welcoming, well-resourced schools that are committed to providing a high-quality, nurturing education for all pupils—including those with autism, learning difficulties, and additional needs. You will be: Supporting or delivering teaching across a range of key stages (EYFS to KS4) Working collaboratively with experienced teachers, SEN professionals, and therapy teams Helping pupils develop key skills in communication, independence, and emotional regulation Engaging with individualised learning plans and autism-specific approaches Playing a key role in schools that prioritise creativity, wellbeing, and inclusive education  We are looking for someone who is proactive, patient, and genuinely passionate about supporting children...

Location: Wokingham 💼 Contract: Full-time or part-time, term-time only 🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4pm 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Pay: £88-£115 per day   ❓ Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs to reach their full potential? Do you want to make a real difference in a nurturing and inclusive SEN environment?   🏫 About the School This is a friendly, inclusive SEN school in Wokingham, committed to providing high-quality education for children with special educational needs (SEN). Our pupils have a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, and learning disabilities. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you’ll join a dedicated team of teachers and support staff to create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where every child can thrive.   🎯 Your Role As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: 🤝 Support pupils 1:1 or in small...

Location: Maidenhead 💼 Contract: Full-time or part-time, term-time only 🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4pm 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Pay: £88-£115 per day   ❓ Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs to reach their full potential? Do you want to make a real difference in a nurturing and inclusive SEN environment?   🏫 About the School We are a friendly, inclusive school in Maidenhead, committed to providing high-quality education for children with special educational needs (SEN). Our pupils have a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, and learning disabilities. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you’ll join a dedicated team of teachers and support staff to create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where every child can thrive.   🎯 Your Role As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: 🤝 Support pupils 1:1 or in small...

Psychology Graduate Learning Support Assistant - Primary Job Title: Psychology Graduate - LSA Contract Types: Long Term Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Employer: Aspire People Are you a recent Psychology graduate looking to kickstart your career in education? Aspire People are working closely with a number of well-established Multi Academy Trusts across Bradford to recruit passionate Psychology graduates to work as Teaching Assistants, supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a school setting, working alongside skilled educators and SEND specialists - perfect for those considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, or therapy. What the role involves: *Support across KS1 and KS2 classes, assisting the class teacher *Working 1:1 with children with SEND to provide personalised learning support *Leading or assisting with small group...

Teaching Assistant Immediate start Competitive rate of pay Full-time, long-term North London £80-100 per dayA teaching assistant is needed for a special educational needs (SEN) school in North London for nursery and primary school students aged 3-11. As a teaching assistant, you will support students with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) who may have complex needs and learning difficulties. This school is easily accessible from around London, with great transport links. Being a teaching assistant at this school, you will become a part of a highly supportive team with exceptional senior leadership and fantastic resources. Willingness to do personal care is preferred. Your responsibilities as a teaching assistant may include: Working with and supporting students with ASD. Providing academic support, either one-on-one or in a small group. Promoting a positive and inclusive classroom culture and providing emotional support when needed. Implementing positive behaviour management...

Teaching Assistant Immediate start Competitive rate of pay Full-time, long-term North London £80-100 per dayA teaching assistant is needed for a special educational needs (SEN) school in North London for nursery and primary school students aged 3-11. As a teaching assistant, you will support students with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) who may have complex needs and learning difficulties. This school is easily accessible from around London, with great transport links. Being a teaching assistant at this school, you will become a part of a highly supportive team with exceptional senior leadership and fantastic resources. Willingness to do personal care is preferred. Your responsibilities as a teaching assistant may include: Working with and supporting students with ASD. Providing academic support, either one-on-one or in a small group. Promoting a positive and inclusive classroom culture and providing emotional support when needed. Implementing positive behaviour management...

This role is about helping special needs students one-on-one with their words, talking, hand-eye skills, and making friends. The students at this school have a range of needs so a passion for supporting people with additional needs would be ideal You'll work closely with them in different classes like swimming, music, art, and sports. The job starts now or anytime this term. You might also get to work with therapy teams, like dogs and speech therapists. Job details: It's in Sutton. It's full-time, Monday to Thursday. It's a long-term job with the opportunity to go permanent. You'll work with college age pupils - 16+. Classes have 5 to 8 students. You'll help students learn life skills and make friends. You'll help in fun classes like music, art, sports, and cooking. You can get training while you work. It's easy to get to by public transport. What we're looking for: You love working with children and young adults. You're good at talking and listening. You're patient...

A highly reputable Children’s Hospital School in London is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support children and young people aged 0 to 25 with complex needs. This is a unique opportunity for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant looking to gain outstanding experience within a specialist setting. The role is ideal for candidates aspiring to progress into Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, SEN Teaching, Speech and Language Therapy, or Occupational Therapy. Role Details: • Position: Special Needs Teaching Assistant • Type: Full-time, Long-term • Location: London • Start: ASAP  Key Responsibilities: • Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex needs • Support children in accessing education within a hospital-based setting • Work closely with teachers and specialist staff • Provide calm, consistent and proactive support Requirements: • Experience as a Special Needs Teaching Assistant or supporting children with SEN • Ability to...

Learning Support Assistant Are you a passionate Health and Social Care Graduate looking to begin a rewarding career in education? We are seeking a dedicated Health and Social Care Graduate to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a supportive special school in Barking and Dagenham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Health and Social Care Graduate who wants to gain hands-on experience supporting children with autism, complex needs, and social, emotional and mental health difficulties. The special school in Barking and Dagenham provides a nurturing environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to provide tailored one-to-one and small group interventions. This role in Barking and Dagenham offers outstanding education and training opportunities, ideal for graduates considering careers in psychology, therapy, teaching, or social work. We are looking for...

Job Title: Teaching Assistant – SEND & Interventions Location: S20 Area, Sheffield Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Term Time Only) Start Date: ASAP Job Description PK Education is currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Teaching Assistant to work in a welcoming primary/secondary school in the S20 area of Sheffield. This role is ideal for a Teaching Assistant with strong experience supporting pupils with lower ability levels and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those who have delivered and assessed structured interventions. PK Education prides itself on building honest, long-term relationships with schools and candidates, ensuring the right match for both. We are committed to high standards, transparency and supporting education professionals in roles where they can truly make a difference. Key Responsibilities Support pupils with lower ability and SEND within the classroom...

SEN TA Special Education Needs Teachin Assistant Knightsbridge Based Secondary school Independent School Full Time, Term time only Mon to Friday / Daily Hours: 8.15am to 4.15am An Independent school based in the London borough Kensington and Chelsea are requiring a SEN TA to start as soon as possible. The school are looking for a SEN teaching Assistant to support a student with learning difficulties, including autism and dyslexia. For the right canididate the role wil beging temporary to then go onto a permanent position. The school needs an SEN TA who has the ability to keep calm and patient, able to work with other colleagues to support children accordingly. You will need to be pro-active and engaging with the children to maintain relationships with children on a 1:1 level and in small groups. You will have to encourage independence amongst the children and encourage a learning environment. SEN TA: Required skills and qualifications Experience with children from an SEN...

Make a meaningful impact in specialist education where your dedication directly transforms the lives of young people with complex needs. Job Opportunity: SEN Learning Support Assistant Location: Carshalton Contract Dates: 03/09/2025 – 17/07/2026 Hours: 8:45am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday Contract Type: Long-term, Full-time Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN College in Carshalton, dedicated to providing tailored education and support for learners aged 16–25 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), and complex needs. This welcoming and inclusive college fosters an environment focused on independence, communication, and life skills, and is seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Learning Support Assistant to join their committed team from September. Key Responsibilities: * Provide 1:1 and small group...

Food Technology Teacher An outstanding run SEN school in Lambeth are looking for a Food Technology teacher to join their team in the half term Small class sizes Two Teaching Assistants per class Lambeth Location Excellent CPD training offered weekly Inner London pay: £(Apply online only) per day depending on experience The Food technology Teacher Job Are you a versatile and dedicated Food Technology Teacher looking to make a real difference in the lives of children? We are seeking a Special Educational Needs, Food Technology Teacher for a vibrant primary school in Lambeth, specialising in supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) in KS3-5. In this rewarding Food Technology Teacher role, you will be responsible for creating a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment tailored to the unique needs of each student. Your expertise as a Food Technology teacher will foster students growth in physical development and physical...

SEN Learning Support Assistant (ASD Specialist) – Stockton-on-Tees Are you a patient, resilient, and empathetic LSA looking for a rewarding role in Stockton? Do you have a passion for supporting children with Autism and helping them navigate the world with confidence? Humly is working closely with a dedicated primary SEN provision in Stockton that specialises in supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their expert team and help create an environment where every child can thrive. The Role As an SEN LSA, you will play a vital role in providing specialised 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ASD and associated communication or sensory needs. Working within a supportive primary setting, you’ll implement tailored learning plans that prioritise both academic progress and emotional regulation. Key Responsibilities * Specialised Support: Deliver 1:1 interventions using ASD-specific strategies such...

Support Worker - PMLD Specialist School Location: Preston Tradewind are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and reliable Support Worker to join a specialist SEN school in Preston. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), where providing a sensory-rich and dignified environment is at the heart of everything we do. The Role In this position, you will provide essential 1:1 and small-group support tailored to the complex physical and sensory needs of our pupils. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include assisting with personal care, mobility, and feeding, while always ensuring the dignity and wellbeing of every child. You will work closely with the class teacher to deliver sensory-based activities and assist with physiotherapy or occupational therapy programmes. A key part of the role involves utilising alternative communication methods-such as PEC's, Makaton, or AAC-to help pupils express...