SEND Teaching Assistant (Female) – All-Girls Secondary School | South East London | September Start

Location: South East London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time | Term Time Only | Long-Term
Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Engage Education is recruiting a Female SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive all-girls secondary school in South East London from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who is passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The successful candidate will work closely with students who require additional support, helping them to access learning, develop independence, and thrive both academically and socially.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEND.
• Support students with a range of additional needs, including autism, learning difficulties, and physical needs.
• Assist students with personal care and mobility where required.
• Use positive behaviour management strategies to support learning.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and pastoral staff.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Essential Requirements

• Female applicant (this is an occupational requirement for this role due to the nature of the support provided).
• A degree in any subject.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Manual handling experience or confidence supporting students with physical needs.
• A caring, patient, and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Why Apply?

• Long-term opportunity with a September start.
• Work in a supportive and well-resourced all-girls secondary school.
• Competitive weekly pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Free CPD and training opportunities.
• Excellent experience for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, or other education and SEND professions.

If you have the passion, resilience, and experience to support young people with additional needs, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today by sending your CV, and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the role.