SEN Teaching Assistant - HB-4

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Streatham

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable, hands-on experience working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Starfyn Education is looking for passionate, patient and motivated Psychology Graduates to join schools across Streatham as SEN Teaching Assistants.

This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates who are considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Child Psychology, SEN Teaching, Speech and Language Therapy or another child-focused profession.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop both academically and personally. Working alongside teachers and wider school teams, you may support children and young people with a range of needs, including:

Autism (ASD)

Adhd

SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Learning difficulties Communication and interaction needs Behavioural needs Your day-to-day responsibilities could include:

Providing 1:1 and small-group support Helping pupils engage with lessons and access the curriculum Supporting academic, social and emotional development Encouraging independence, confidence and positive behaviour Helping pupils develop appropriate coping and emotional-regulation strategies Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils Supporting teachers with classroom activities and interventions Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals Creating a safe, inclusive and encouraging learning environment Why Starfyn? At Starfyn Education, we specialise in SEN recruitment, meaning we understand the importance of matching the right people with the right school and pupil. We work closely with our candidates to understand their experience, interests and career goals, helping them find opportunities where they can make a genuine difference. For Psychology graduates, an SEN Teaching Assistant role can provide valuable insight into how children develop, learn and respond to different environments and approaches.

The Role: Teaching Assistant Days Required:  Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4pm Pay: Between £90-£95 per day Location: Streatham Employment Type: Temporary to Permanent

If you are interested in the role described above, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Hannah Brown on (phone number removed)