SEND Classroom Assistant

Location: Lewisham
Job Type: Contract
Reference: HT 18/08/25
Salary: £90 - £110/day + PAYE, NO UMBRELLA COMPANIES
Job Published: 18 August 2025

💙 SEND Classroom Assistant – Lewisham


Start Date: September 2025

If you’ve got a calm approach, a kind heart, and a knack for making children feel safe—you’ll love this one.

A fantastic specialist school is looking for a SEND Classroom Assistant to join their team full-time from September. You’ll be supporting pupils with autism and complex needs in a structured, supportive environment that really values its staff.

What the role involves:

  • Providing 1:1 and small group support in and out of class
  • Helping pupils manage emotions, build confidence, and access learning
  • Working with a team of experienced staff including therapists and SENCO
  • Supporting pupils with sensory regulation, communication, and daily routines

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience with SEND, especially Autism, SEMH, or non-verbal communication
  • Someone calm, patient, and consistent—children notice!
  • A team player who’s open to learning and mucking in
  • Thrive trained? Brilliant. If not, we’ll train you for free 🎓

What you’ll get from us:

  • ✅ Weekly PAYE pay—no hidden deductions
  • ✅ Free CPD including Thrive, behaviour support, and autism awareness
  • ✅ Friendly consultant support from someone who actually listens
  • ✅ Long-term placements in settings that fit your style and strengths

You’ll be that steady, smiling presence that helps students feel safe and supported. And that? That’s priceless.

📩 Sound like your kind of role? Apply now or drop us a message to chat more.