Support Assistant – Wandsworth – September 2025 Start
 

Location: Wandsworth, South West London
Contract: September 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only)
Pay: £444.00 per week (PAYE)
Interviews: July 2025
 

Are you a calm, patient and proactive individual looking to support children with additional needs as a Support Assistant this September?
 

An inclusive and well-resourced special needs primary school in Wandsworth is seeking a Support Assistant to join their team in September. This Support Assistant role is ideal for someone who is confident, hands-on and able to support pupils with a range of complex needs.
 

As a Support Assistant, you’ll work closely with teachers, therapists and other support staff to provide care, guidance and access to learning for pupils across a range of pathways. From personal care and communication support, to delivering small-group activities and integrated therapy programmes – this is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
 

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting pupils with EHCPs, complex needs and medical conditions (full training provided)
• Encouraging pupil engagement, communication and independence
• Assisting with learning activities, therapy sessions and daily routines
• Contributing to a safe, calm and purposeful learning environment
• Recording pupil progress using assessment software

 

We’re looking for:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND
• A positive, resilient and team-oriented mindset
• Some understanding of EYFS or Primary Curriculum (desirable)
• Full academic year availability (September–July)

 

Please note: This role does not offer visa sponsorship and requires eligibility to work in the UK.

 
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