Position Overview & Specifications

LARA Search works with an outstanding special school in New Addington and is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their welcoming and inclusive team. As a Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely with teachers to support students with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will be responsible for providing one-to-one support, assisting with class activities, and helping to create a safe and positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Work with teachers to plan and deliver learning activities that meet the individual needs of students.
  • Provide one-to-one support for students with additional needs.
  • Assist with class activities, including supporting students with behavioural and emotional needs.
  • Help to create a safe and positive learning environment.
  • Monitor and record student progress and provide feedback to teachers and SLTs.
  • Attend meetings with parents, teachers, and other professionals as required.

Skills and Experience Required:
  • Experience working in a similar role, ideally in a SEND setting.
  • Knowledge of a range of SEN needs and strategies to support students with these needs.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • A patient, supportive and positive approach to working with students.
  • Relevant qualifications, such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, would be an advantage.
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to apply for one.

How to Apply:
To apply for this role, please submit your CV. You are also more than welcome to email your CV directly to Theodora at theodora@lara-search.com.


About Lara Search :

LARA Search Education is a specialist team who exclusively recruits for the SEND sector within Mainstream Schools, Special Needs Schools, Alternative Provisions and Pupil Referral Units. We work with schools and alternative provisions across London and the Home Counties. We offer roles with some of the best schools in London. We understand how important it is to commit to the right role so we endeavour to make this process as smooth as possible. We work with you to find the role that suits you best.