Job Description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Complex Needs & Autism Support

Bexley Borough Monday to Friday 8:30am – 3:45pm

£92.60 - £105 per day

A specialist education recruitment agency is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a highly regarded specialist academy in the Bexley Borough area.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and complex learning needs. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and therapists to provide tailored support that enables students to access learning, develop communication skills, and achieve positive outcomes.

The Role

Supporting students with autism and complex needs on a 1:1 and small-group basis.

Assisting with personalised learning activities and interventions.

Using communication strategies such as PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) and Makaton to support student engagement and communication.

Promoting independence, social development, and emotional wellbeing.

Supporting behaviour positively and consistently in line with individual education plans.

Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

Being flexible and confident supporting pupils across both primary and secondary age groups (4–19 years).The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience supporting children or young people with Autism (ASC) and complex needs.

Knowledge and practical experience of PECS and Makaton.

Experience working with pupils who have varying communication, sensory, and learning needs.

Patient, resilient, and enthusiastic approach to supporting learners with additional needs.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

A genuine passion for SEND education and making a difference in young people's lives.About the School

This well-established and highly regarded specialist academy provides education for children and young people aged 4–19 with autism and a wide range of learning needs, including complex needs. Every pupil has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and benefits from a personalised approach to learning within a calm, welcoming, and purposeful environment.

The school is committed to ensuring that every learner achieves their potential, with a strong focus on developing communication, independence, confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Staff work together to create an inclusive community built on the values of trust, honesty, respect, and kindness, where diversity is celebrated and all pupils are encouraged to thrive.

The curriculum is ambitious and tailored to individual needs, supporting pupils to develop both academic and life skills that prepare them for future education, training, employment, and independent living. Many students go on to further education, leaving the school with recognised qualifications and increased confidence to succeed in adulthood.

What We Offer

Competitive daily pay rates of £92.60 - £105 per day.

Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:45pm.

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The chance to make a meaningful impact within a specialist educational setting. 

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients