Teaching Assistant for Visually Impaired Student

Are you compassionate, patient, and committed to making a difference in the lives of children with complex needs?

Remedy Education is currently recruiting a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 pupil who is blind and has severe autism, at a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Greenwich (SE12). This is a full-time position starting in September, with trials available in June/July.

• Position: 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

• Location: Greenwich, SE12

• Start Date: September 2025 (Trial days available in Summer Term)

• Hours: Monday to Friday, Term-Time Only

• Pay: £100-£120 per day (depending on experience)

You will be working on a 1:1 basis with a Year 5 pupil who has severe autism and is visually impaired. Your support will help the pupil engage with learning, build confidence, and develop both academically and socially within a mainstream classroom setting.

• Provide tailored 1:1 support during lessons and unstructured times

• Use visual and tactile resources to support learning and communication

• Collaborate closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals

• Assist with managing behaviours and creating a calm, structured environment

• Encourage social interaction and build trust with the pupil

• Support sensory regulation and mobility around the school

• Experience: Previous experience supporting pupils with autism or visual impairments is highly desirable

• Skills: Compassion, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving

• Knowledge of: Autism strategies (PECS, Attention Autism), and/or visual impairment approaches (tactile learning, Braille familiarity - desirable but not essential)

• Commitment: A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs in a 1:1 capacity

• Competitive daily rates based on your experience and training

• Opportunities for continuous professional development and SEN-specific training

• A supportive consultant (Scott Arbuckle) to guide you every step of the way

• Long-term or permanent opportunities in outstanding schools

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant difference in one child's life. If you're a patient, empathetic, and committed SEN practitioner ready to take on a rewarding 1:1 role, we want to hear from you.

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