Vacancy overview
About this Makaton Communication Support Assistant opportunity
Senovo is recruiting for a Makaton Communication Support Assistant in Greenwich, Temporary work, paying £110–£145 per day PAYE. Review the vacancy details below and apply if the role matches your experience and availability.
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.
How to 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.