LSA Teaching Assistant

 
LSA Teaching Assistant
Location: BexleySalary: £100–£120 per dayJob Type: Full-time, term-time onlyHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pmStart Date: Immediate
We are currently looking for a LSA Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school in the Bexley area.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEND).
The successful candidate will primarily support pupils with Autism (ASD) and challenging behaviour, providing both 1:1 and small group support throughout the school day.
The Role
As an LSA Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with SEND.

Support pupils with Autism (ASD) and challenging behaviour.

Work with pupils in small groups to support learning and development.

Help pupils access the curriculum and remain engaged in lessons.

Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour.

Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.

Work closely with teachers and other members of the support team.

Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours.

Help maintain a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate
The school is looking for a Teaching Assistant who is:

Experienced working with children or young people with SEND/ASD.

Confident supporting pupils with challenging behaviour.

Patient, calm and resilient.

Able to build strong relationships with pupils.

Comfortable providing both 1:1 and small group support.

Passionate about helping children achieve their full potential.

Reliable, professional and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, LSA, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Behaviour Support Worker or similar is highly desirable.
Why Work With Pink Tile Education?
At Pink Tile Education, we specialise in education recruitment and work hard to match talented education professionals with schools where they can thrive.
Our experienced team has extensive knowledge of SEND and SEMH settings, meaning we understand the challenges and rewards of these roles.
Our approach is simple: “Best Fit, Every Time.” We take the time to understand our candidates and schools to ensure the right match.
What We Offer

£100–£120 per day

Monday to Friday

8:30am–3:30pm

Full-time, term-time only

Immediate start

Dedicated consultant throughout your placement

Support from an experienced education recruitment team

Opportunities to develop your SEND, SEMH and behaviour support experience

Access to further education opportunities through Pink Tile Education

Apply Today
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people and have the patience, resilience and enthusiasm to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this LSA Teaching Assistant role in Bexley.
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Pay & Holiday Pay
The advertised daily rate is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay.
Safeguarding
Pink Tile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, professional references and all other relevant safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Successful applicants will be required to complete the necessary background checks, including obtaining a DBS certificate if they do not already hold a valid certificate registered on the DBS Update Service.
Important Notice
In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this advertisement is for the purpose of identifying suitable applicants. We reserve the right to withdraw the advert prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.
Apply Now
Apply today to take the next step in your education career with Pink Tile Education.