Teaching Assistant
Operam Education • West Barnes, Greater London • Posted July 09, 2026
About the Role
Are you an experienced SEND teacher assistant looking for long-term role in South London?
We’re looking for a passionate SEND Teacher Assistant to join a supportive specialist school in Merton. The school works with primary and secondary pupils with needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech, language and communication difficulties, with a strong focus on helping each child feel safe, included, and confident.
This school provides a highly supportive and nurturing place to learn and they pride themselves around the positive and inspiring atmosphere their dedicated staff create for the children.
Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant at this school:
Support students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
Help adapt classwork so it suits each child’s individual needs.
Support daily routines, sensory activities, and interventions.
Encourage positive behaviour and social confidence.
Work closely with teachers and the SEND team.
What we’re ...
We’re looking for a passionate SEND Teacher Assistant to join a supportive specialist school in Merton. The school works with primary and secondary pupils with needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech, language and communication difficulties, with a strong focus on helping each child feel safe, included, and confident.
This school provides a highly supportive and nurturing place to learn and they pride themselves around the positive and inspiring atmosphere their dedicated staff create for the children.
Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant at this school:
Support students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
Help adapt classwork so it suits each child’s individual needs.
Support daily routines, sensory activities, and interventions.
Encourage positive behaviour and social confidence.
Work closely with teachers and the SEND team.
What we’re ...