Makaton Communication Support Assistant – Greenwich Location: Greenwich Contract: Temporary Pay: £110–£145 per day PAYE The opportunity A supportive SEN school in Greenwich is seeking a communication-focused assistant to help pupils take part in lessons, routines and social activities using Makaton and other total-communication approaches. What you will do • Use Makaton, symbols and visual timetables consistently across the school day. • Model functional communication during lessons, play and personal-care routines. • Adapt resources with guidance from teachers and speech and language professionals. • Record progress and share useful observations with the wider team. What you will bring • Practical Makaton experience and confidence supporting children with communication needs. • A calm, responsive style and the ability to celebrate small steps in progress. • Strong professional boundaries and safeguarding practice. • QTS is not required for this communication-support role. Why work with Senovo • PAYE pay with clear assignment information. • Specialist support from an experienced SEN recruitment team. • Clear communication throughout registration and placement. • Opportunities matched to your experience, availability and travel area. Apply Apply with an up-to-date CV. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and complete Senovo’s safeguarding and compliance process, including suitable references and an enhanced child-workforce DBS check. Senovo Resourcing Ltd is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Appointments are subject to vetting, references, right-to-work and enhanced DBS checks.
Senovo is a specialist recruitment agency connecting skilled SEN Teaching and Teaching Assistants (TAs) with schools across London and Greater London.
We recruit for all types of Special Educational Needs (SEN) settings – including specialist schools, SEN provisions, and mainstream schools supporting SEN students.
Our focus is simple: fast, reliable placements of fully vetted and passionate staff. Whether you’re an experienced SEN TA or looking to step into your first role in education, we can help you access flexible work, career progression, and supportive schools close to home.
What sets us apart?
✅ Personal service – you’ll work with a real recruiter who understands SEN
✅ Fast-track registration – start work in as little as 48 hours
✅ Weekly pay
✅ Career support and access to top schools
✅ Fully compliant, with rigorous safeguarding and vetting
We work with SEN professionals across all specialisms – ASD, SEMH, MLD, SLD, PMLD, and more – including roles involving personal care.
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