Psychology, Autism & Speech and Language Learning Support Assistant

Psychology, Autism & Speech and Language Learning Support Assistant
Location: Kingston upon Thames
School Type: Independent SEN School
Hours: Full-time or Part-time considered
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
Daily rate: £108.35 per day

Are you a Psychology graduate, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or experienced support worker looking to build your career working with children and young people with additional needs?

An independent SEN school in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and resilient Learning Support Assistant to join its specialist team. Both full-time and part-time applicants will be considered.

The school supports pupils with a range of autism, speech and language needs, communication difficulties and additional learning needs, providing a highly individualised and supportive learning environment.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, therapists and other support staff to help pupils access learning, develop communication skills and build confidence and independence.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and speech, language and communication needs.
• Helping pupils develop communication, social and emotional skills.
• Supporting pupils to engage with lessons and differentiated learning activities.
• Implementing strategies recommended by Speech and Language Therapists and other professionals.
• Supporting positive behaviour and helping pupils regulate and manage emotions.
• Developing positive, trusting relationships with pupils and acting as a consistent source of support.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and participation in school life.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, therapists and families.
• Following individual support plans and contributing to pupils’ wider development.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is particularly interested in candidates with a background in:

• Psychology
• SEN / Special Educational Needs
• Autism / ASC
• Speech and Language / Communication
• Education
• Child Development
• Learning Support
• Behavioural support
• Health and Social Care

Previous experience working with children or young people with autism, communication difficulties, SEN or challenging behaviour would be advantageous, although applications from graduates with relevant academic backgrounds and a genuine interest in SEN are welcomed.

You will need to be patient, empathetic, resilient and confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Most importantly, you should have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people to achieve their potential.

Why Apply?

• Independent specialist SEN school in Kingston upon Thames
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Excellent opportunity for Psychology and Education graduates
• Specialist experience in Autism, Speech & Language and SEN
• Supportive and experienced staff team
• Opportunity to develop your SEN and therapeutic support experience
• Potential long-term career progression within education and specialist SEN settings

To be considered for this role, please contact Charlie Hayes on:

M: 07758 135 941
E: charlie.hayes@pertempseducation.co.uk