SLD Teaching Assistant – Special School

Location: Brent, North West London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 3:30pm
Salary: £90 to £95 per day (PAYE)

A specialist SEN school in the borough of Brent is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SLD Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated complex needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong interest in specialist education to gain hands-on experience in a highly structured, supportive and nurturing school environment. You will work closely with experienced SEN teachers and a multidisciplinary team to support pupils’ learning, communication, independence and emotional wellbeing.

SLD Teaching Assistant – The Role

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SLD, in line with EHCPs and personalised learning plans
• Support pupils with communication needs using AAC approaches, including Makaton, visual timetables, symbols and sensory cues
• Assist with differentiated learning activities focused on functional learning, independence and life skills
• Support pupils with sensory processing needs and emotional regulation to promote positive engagement
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, therapists and support staff to implement consistent SEN strategies
• Help maintain a structured, calm and inclusive classroom environment
• Observe, monitor and record pupil progress, contributing to reviews and multi-agency meetings
• Support pupils during transitions, routines and unstructured times throughout the school day

SLD Teaching Assistant – Ideal Candidate

• Experience supporting children or young people with SLD or complex SEND within a special school or specialist setting is highly desirable
• A strong understanding of severe learning difficulties, communication differences and inclusive SEN practice
• Patient, empathetic and adaptable, with the ability to respond to individual learning and behavioural needs
• Confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team with strong communication skills
• A Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, SEN or a related field is desirable but not essential
• An up-to-date Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

Why apply for this SLD Teaching Assistant role?

• Long-term, full-time position within a well-resourced special school in Brent
• Valuable experience supporting pupils with complex needs in a specialist setting
• Competitive daily pay, paid weekly via PAYE
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils’ learning and development

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long-term and permanent roles across mainstream and specialist SEN schools. We are proud to support professionals who are committed to making a genuine impact on the lives of pupils with severe learning difficulties.

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