Job Description
SEND Teaching Assistant – Therapeutic Provision (Non-Handling) Location: Sutton Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 3:45pm We are currently recruiting for a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming, all-age foundation special school in Sutton. This is a therapeutic, non-handling setting that supports students with a range of complex additional needs, offering a calm and structured environment focused on wellbeing and development. About the Role You will be supporting students across the school on both a 1:1 and small group basis. The students have a range of needs, including: Autism (ASD) Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties) Medical needs Down’s Syndrome Many of the students require support with emotional regulation, communication, and daily routines, so a patient, consistent, and nurturing approach is essential. The School Environment This setting takes a holistic and therapeutic approach to learning, with a strong focus on s...