SEN Teaching Assistant

Posted 2 months ago

SEN Teaching Assistant

London

Consultant

London

Consultant

London

Jack Grice

Empowering SEN Professionals with Long-Term, Impactful Careers

SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

Location: East Richmond, South West London
Pay: £108.68 – £115 per day
Contract Type: Full-time | Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Commutable from: Richmond, Twickenham, Kew, Mortlake, Barnes, Putney, Chiswick, Hounslow, Kingston upon Thames and surrounding areas.

Long Term Futures is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive secondary school close to East Richmond. This full-time opportunity is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them achieve their full potential in a mainstream secondary setting.

Working closely with the school’s SEND and pastoral teams, you will provide targeted support to students with a range of additional learning needs, helping them access the curriculum, build confidence, and develop the skills they need to thrive both academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for students with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Support pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH needs, speech and language difficulties, and other additional learning needs.
• Work alongside class teachers, the SENCO and pastoral staff to deliver personalised learning strategies and interventions.
• Adapt classroom activities and resources to ensure all students can access learning effectively.
• Promote positive behaviour through consistent routines, encouragement and effective behaviour management strategies.
• Assist with implementing EHCP targets and individual support plans.
• Build positive relationships that encourage confidence, independence and engagement with learning.
• Monitor student progress and contribute to regular reviews and feedback with the wider school team.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can succeed.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external professionals where appropriate to support student outcomes.

 

Essential Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker or Support Worker.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH or additional learning needs.
• Understanding of Autism, ADHD, behaviour support or trauma-informed practice is desirable.
• Experience working with secondary-aged students is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with young people.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach when supporting students with varying needs.
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

 

What Long Term Futures Offers

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
• Access to CPD, safeguarding and behaviour management training.
• Straightforward registration and compliance process.
• Opportunities across mainstream schools, specialist settings and SEND provisions throughout London.

 

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about supporting secondary-aged students with additional needs and want to make a meaningful difference in an inclusive school environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV. Successful applicants will be contacted for an initial discussion before completing safeguarding and compliance checks and attending a paid trial or interview.

By applying for this role, you consent to Long Term Futures storing your personal data for recruitment purposes. Your information will never be shared with third parties without your consent, except where necessary to secure employment.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and safer recruitment procedures.

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