SEND Education Support Assistant

2-month contract position with a local authority UMB Rate: £22.78 per hour (Umbrella) Summary This is a 2-month contract position with a local authority, offering a rate of £22.78 per hour (Umbrella). The role focuses on providing high-quality, person-centred support to young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The primary goal is to help these individuals achieve their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes by promoting independence, confidence, inclusion, and wellbeing. The postholder will engage in educational, social, and community-based activities, supporting individuals with a range of learning disabilities, autism, sensory needs, and physical disabilities.

Responsibilities

Deliver person-centred support and interventions in line with EHCP outcomes. Support young people in developing independence, confidence, communication, literacy, numeracy, and life skills. Assist SEND Progression Mentors in planning and delivering individual and group learning activities. Promote social inclusion by connecting individuals with local services, community opportunities, and digital resources.

Provide emotional, behavioural, and practical support to encourage participation and engagement. Support individuals with personal care requirements, manual handling, and mobility needs where required.

Requirements

Essential Experience Required Experience supporting young people or adults with SEND, learning disabilities, autism, sensory impairments, or physical disabilities. Experience working with individuals who present behaviours of concern or complex needs. Experience facilitating educational, recreational, or life-skills-based activities either individually or in groups.

Essential Qualifications Required Good standard of education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics. Understanding of SEND, safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion principles. Knowledge of person-centred planning and Positive Behaviour Support approaches. Ability to communicate effectively with service users, families, colleagues, and external agencies.

Additional Information Working hours: 30 hours per week Location: Southwark Resource Centre, 10 Bradenham Close, Southwark, London, Surrey, SE172QB, United Kingdom Payment schedule: Bi-weekly Enhanced DBS required Application deadline: 10th August 2026, apply ASAP.